Here are the top candidates for California governor in Tuesday’s primary
Summary
California voters will choose a new governor to replace Governor Gavin Newsom in an important election with many candidates. Polls show Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton are leading, with other Democrats and Republicans also competing for votes.Key Facts
- California uses a “jungle primary” system where all candidates run together and the top two move to the general election, regardless of party.
- There are 61 candidates on the ballot for governor.
- Democrat Xavier Becerra has a long career in California and national politics, including serving as California attorney general and U.S. Health and Human Services secretary.
- Becerra is supported by major Democratic groups like labor unions, Planned Parenthood, and Equality California.
- Republican Steve Hilton, endorsed by President Trump, is a conservative commentator and former British political advisor.
- Hilton aims to be a Republican check on California’s Democratic majority.
- Polls from May show Becerra and Hilton each have support from about 20% of likely voters.
- Other leading candidates include Democrat Tom Steyer, Republican Chad Bianco, and Democrat Katie Porter.
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