Californians reveal what’s driving their choices for governor and LA mayor — and change is coming
Californians are preparing for close primaries for governor and Los Angeles mayor, with significant voter interest in change. Key issues influencing voter decisions include homelessness, crime, and cost-of-living. The races feature Republican Steve Hilton and Democrats Tom Steyer and Xavier Becerra for governor, while Mayor Bass faces independent Spencer Pratt and socialist Nithya Raman for mayor.
- ▪The governor's race is led by Republican Steve Hilton, closely followed by Democrats Tom Steyer and Xavier Becerra.
- ▪In the mayoral contest, Mayor Bass is in a tight race with independent Spencer Pratt, while socialist City Councilwoman Nithya Raman trails behind.
- ▪Voters express a strong desire for change, particularly regarding homelessness and crime in Los Angeles.
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| Publication time | Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:53:14 -0400 |
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Metro exclusive Californians reveal what’s driving their choices for governor and LA mayor — and change is coming By Helen Zhao and Matt Elias Published June 1, 2026, 10:53 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google If the polls are right, Tuesday’s primaries for California governor and Los Angeles mayor are too close to call. In the governor’s race, Republican Steve Hilton is the leading contender, followed closely by Democrats Tom Steyer and Xavier Becerra. In the mayoral contest, it’s just as close between Mayor Bass and insurgent independent Spencer Pratt, with socialist City Councilwoman Nithya Raman apparently trailing. But that could all change. 5 Nikki and Aiden with their “I Voted” stickers outside Beverly Hills City Hall.
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