Becerra Leads California Governor Primary as Hilton and Steyer Vie for Second

Berkeley IGS/LA Times poll shows Xavier Becerra leading California’s June 2 gubernatorial primary with 25% support, followed by Steve Hilton at 21% and Tom Steyer at 19%; turnout remains uncertain and the jungle primary keeps the top two finishers in play, with Hilton benefiting from Trump’s endorsement and Steyer leading in fundraising; the race remains wide open with implications for November and state policy debates such as healthcare funding, inflation, and voting rights.