California Governor’s Race Intensifies
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- Published
- May 31, 2026
- Duration
- 1:43
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- Last updated
- Jun 1, 2026
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California’s governor’s race is exploding into a high-stakes showdown with 61 candidates, but the real drama centers on a handful of heavyweights. In a jungle primary system, the top two advance regardless of party—setting up a nail-biting general election. Democratic frontrunners include seasoned Attorney General Xavier Becerra, Silicon Valley-friendly m…
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California’s governor’s race is exploding into a high-stakes showdown with 61 candidates, but the real drama centers on a handful of heavyweights. In a jungle primary system, the top two advance regardless of party—setting up a nail-biting general election. Democratic frontrunners include seasoned Attorney General Xavier Becerra, Silicon Valley-friendly mayor Matt Mahan, fiery Congresswoman Katie Porter, and pragmatic ex-L.A. mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. On the GOP side, Trump-endorsed Steve Hilt
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