Becerra, Steyer and Hilton Chances Ahead of California Governor Primary
Summary
Xavier Becerra is leading the race in the California governor primary according to polls and betting odds. The race for second place is close between Democrat Tom Steyer and Republican Steve Hilton, with only two candidates advancing to the general election.Key Facts
- Xavier Becerra has about a 90% chance to advance from the primary, leading in polls with around 23-28% support.
- The second-place race is tight, with Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer polling near 20-22%.
- California uses a jungle primary system where the top two vote-getters, regardless of party, move to the general election.
- Becerra is a Democrat and former California attorney general and Health and Human Services secretary.
- Steyer is a Democrat focused on green energy and reducing corporate influence.
- Hilton is a Republican advocating for tax cuts, less regulation, and tougher crime policies.
- California has not had a Republican governor since Arnold Schwarzenegger (2003-2011).
- Republican Chad Bianco is also running but is trailing behind Hilton for the second spot.
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