Becerra advances in California governor's race, CBS News projects
Xavier Becerra, a Democrat and former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary, has advanced to the November election for California governor, according to CBS News projections. The race has been competitive, with Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Tom Steyer vying for the second spot. Becerra's campaign gained momentum after the exit of former Rep. Eric Swalwell in April.
- ▪Xavier Becerra will advance to the November election for California governor.
- ▪Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer are competing for the second spot in the general election.
- ▪California's elections operate under a top-two primary system.
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Local News Democrat Xavier Becerra advances to November election in California governor's race, CBS News projects By Richard Ramos Richard Ramos Web Producer, CBS Sacramento Richard Ramos is a web producer for CBS Sacramento who was born and raised in Sacramento. He graduated with a BA in Journalism from CSUS. Read Full Bio Richard Ramos Updated on: June 5, 2026 / 8:33 PM EDT / CBS LA Add CBS News on Google Former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, will advance to the November election in the California governor's race, CBS News projects. A second candidate in the race has not yet been projected to advance.The race to replace term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom remained close throughout the week.
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