Chaos in California: state braces for its most turbulent election in years
Summary
California is preparing for a major primary election on June 2 that will narrow down candidates for governor, Los Angeles mayor, and several congressional seats. The governor’s race is close among two Democrats and one Republican, while voter dissatisfaction is high due to state and national issues.Key Facts
- California voters will pick two finalists for governor, Los Angeles mayor, and congressional seats on June 2.
- The governor’s race features Democrats Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer and Republican Steve Hilton in a tight contest.
- California has about twice as many registered Democrats as Republicans.
- President Donald Trump lost California by a large margin in the 2024 election.
- Many Californians are unhappy with both the state’s direction and the nation’s political situation.
- About 75% of Californians think the country is headed the wrong way, the highest since 2003.
- Concerns exist that the Trump administration might try to interfere in California’s elections.
- California uses a nonpartisan primary system where the top two vote-getters, regardless of party, move to the general election.
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