Ex-UK political aide and Biden cabinet secretary lead California governor primary vote count
The California governor primary race is currently led by Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra. The outcome remains uncertain as postal ballots are still being counted, and the state has a unique jungle primary system. This election has become the most expensive gubernatorial race in California history, with numerous candidates vying for the top two spots for the general election in November.
- ▪Steve Hilton, a Republican endorsed by Trump, and Xavier Becerra, a Democrat and former Biden cabinet secretary, are leading the primary vote count.
- ▪The primary race has attracted over 60 candidates, making it the most expensive gubernatorial race in California's history.
- ▪Becerra has promised to freeze insurance and utility rates, while Hilton aims to cut taxes and regulations to make the state more affordable.
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Ex-UK political aide and Biden cabinet secretary lead California governor primary vote count17 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleShaimaa Khalil,Los Angeles correspondentandKayla EpsteinLos Angeles Times via Getty ImagesSteve Hilton (left) and Xavier Becerra are in the leadThe California governor's race remains up in the air a day after the primary vote, with British-American former TV host Steve Hilton and onetime Biden cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra at the top of a crowded field.The contest could take several days to decide due to the volume of postal ballots cast on Tuesday to pick the top two candidates for November's general election.Becerra, a Democrat, has vowed to oppose President Donald Trump. Hilton is a Republican endorsed by Trump.
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