Hilton, Becerra, Steyer in early lead in California governor’s race as vote count continues
Steve Hilton, a Republican candidate, is leading in the California governor's race as early vote counts are reported. Democrat Xavier Becerra is also performing well, while Tom Steyer is currently in third place. The primary results will determine the top two candidates who will advance to a runoff election in November.
- ▪Steve Hilton, endorsed by President Trump, is leading the California governor's race with over a million votes.
- ▪Democrat Xavier Becerra is expected to advance to the runoff alongside Hilton.
- ▪California's all-party primary system allows the top two finishers to compete in a runoff if no candidate receives over 50% of the vote.
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HUNTINGTON BEACH, California — Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton whipped a standing-room-only election-night crowd into a frenzy when he revealed the lining of his suit jacket, emblazoned with the American flag on one side and the California flag on the other. Hilton, who was endorsed by President Donald Trump, took the stage shortly after 10 p.m. as early returns showed him leading in the governor’s race. Democrat Xavier Becerra also had a strong showing, while billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer seemed to be in third place. Recommended Stories California 22nd Congressional district primary results: Rep. David Valadao advances to runoff California 22nd Congressional district primary results: Rep.
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