Steyer’s California exit dims climate spotlight in governor race
TL;DR
Tom Steyer’s third-place finish in the California Democratic primary ends his bid to center climate policy in the governor’s race, leaving Xavier Becerra to face Republican Steve Hilton. Environmentalists lament the loss of a climate hawk as Steyer—who spent about $213 million—endorses Becerra, signaling a potentially less aggressive climate debate in the general election while Becerra touts environmental credentials and affordability.
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- Steyer’s exit from the California governor’s race could spell bad news for climate policy Politico
- Billionare Tom Steyer ends California governor campaign after falling short in Jungle Primary Fox News
- Steyer endorses Becerra after losing California gubernatorial primary The Hill
- Steyer concedes and endorses Becerra, setting the stage for November election Sacramento Bee
- California governor race: Does Steyer still have a chance? Here’s what would need to happen San Francisco Chronicle
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