California holds crowded primary with dozens of candidates to replace Newsom
Summary
California held a primary election to choose candidates for governor after Governor Gavin Newsom reached his term limit. About 60 candidates ran, with the top two, regardless of party, advancing to the November general election.Key Facts
- California’s governor Gavin Newsom cannot run again due to term limits.
- The primary featured around 60 candidates on one ballot, from all political parties.
- Voters will pick the top two candidates who will move on to the November election.
- Leading Democrats in the race include Xavier Becerra, Tom Steyer, Katie Porter, and Matt Mahan.
- Leading Republicans include Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco.
- Democrats focused on defending California’s liberal policies against changes from President Trump’s administration.
- Republicans want to end over 15 years of Democratic control in Sacramento.
- The high cost of living in California was a central issue in the race.
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