Is boring back? The California governor’s race and the fight for the future of the Democratic party
Summary
California’s race for governor is highly competitive, with a large and unusual field of candidates including Xavier Becerra, Tom Steyer, and Steve Hilton. Becerra has gained unexpected support in the final days before the June 2 primary, creating uncertainty about which candidates will move on to the November election.Key Facts
- Xavier Becerra is running for governor of California and recently gained key endorsements.
- Jasmine Crockett, a Texas congresswoman, endorsed Becerra during a campaign event.
- The current governor, Gavin Newsom, is term-limited and cannot run again.
- The race has many candidates, making it confusing and unusual in California politics.
- Tom Steyer, a billionaire and major donor, is a leading progressive candidate.
- Steve Hilton, born in Britain and a Fox News personality, is running as a Republican and was endorsed by President Donald Trump.
- California uses a top-two primary system where the two highest vote-getters move on to the general election, regardless of party.
- Some Democrats criticize Steyer as trying to "buy" the governorship, while Steyer calls Becerra a career politician.
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