Democrat Xavier Becerra wins the top spot in November's race for California governor

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Coverage diverges primarily in the emphasis on Becerra's political affiliation and background. Left-leaning outlets like ABC News and NBC News highlight his status as a Democrat and former cabinet member, framing his advancement…

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Democrat Xavier Becerra has secured a spot in the November election for California governor. The race is still determining who will join him, with Republican Steve Hilton currently leading for the second position. Becerra's rise follows a surprising comeback in a competitive primary, while the state faces significant challenges ahead.

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▪Xavier Becerra will advance to the November election for California governor.
▪An estimated 3.5 million uncounted ballots remain in the primary race.
▪Becerra has staged a surprising comeback after polling in single digits earlier in the campaign.

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▪ Becerra advances in California governor's race, CBS News projects — CBS News — Top
▪ Democrat Xavier Becerra advances to general election in Calif. governor's race: AP — ABC News — Top
▪ Xavier Becerra advances in California’s hotly contested governor’s race — The Guardian — World
▪ Xavier Becerra advances to November runoff in California governor’s race — California Post
▪ Democrat Xavier Becerra advances to California governor general election, NBC News projects — NBC News — Politics
▪ Former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra advances to California governor general election, AP projects — Fox News — Latest
▪ Xavier Becerra Advances in California Governor Race — NYT — Home
▪ Democrat Xavier Becerra advances to general election in race for California governor - AP News — Google News
▪ Democrat Xavier Becerra advances to general election in California governor’s race — NBC News — Top

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National Democrat Xavier Becerra wins the top spot in November's race for California governor June 5, 20268:42 PM ET From By Marisa Lagos Democratic candidate for governor in California, Xavier Becerra, speaks to supporters during his election night gathering at La Plaza de Cultura y Artes on June 02, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Mario Tama/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Mario Tama/Getty Images SAN FRANCISCO — Democrat Xavier Becerra will advance to the November election for California governor, according to a race call by The Associated Press. After days of counting ballots, it remains unclear who will claim a second spot in the fall. In California's unusual primary system, all candidates, regardless of party, appear on a single ballot open to any registered voter.

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