California primary election results: governor’s race too close to call
The California primary election results for the governor's race are still too close to call, with early results showing a tight contest among several candidates. Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra, and Tom Steyer are currently leading, but many ballots remain to be counted. The election has been marked by a fragmented Democratic field and concerns over voter fragmentation potentially allowing two Republicans to advance to the general election.
- ▪Early results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra, and Tom Steyer emerging as the top candidates in the California gubernatorial primary.
- ▪Two Democratic candidates conceded shortly after polls closed, but many ballots are still being counted.
- ▪California's 'jungle' primary system allows the top two candidates to advance regardless of party affiliation, raising concerns among voters.
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A voter in Norwalk, California on Monday. Photograph: Frederic J Brown/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenA voter in Norwalk, California on Monday. Photograph: Frederic J Brown/AFP/Getty ImagesCaliforniaCalifornia primary election results: governor’s race too close to callEarly results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer emerging in front, with many ballots to be countedLauren Gambino in Los AngelesWed 3 Jun 2026 01.58 EDTLast modified on Wed 3 Jun 2026 02.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe high-stakes gubernatorial race in California remained too close to call on Tuesday night, with early results showing a tight contest in the crowded race.With many ballots still left to be counted, three candidates emerged at the top: Republican Steve Hilton and Democrats…
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