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Hilton pledges to abolish the DMV and cap car fees at $73 if elected governor
politics1 month ago

Hilton pledges to abolish the DMV and cap car fees at $73 if elected governor

Republican Steve Hilton proposes eliminating the California DMV and capping annual vehicle registration at $73, arguing it would cut the cost of living. The plan would require Democratic supermajorities in the Legislature and would slash DMV revenue from about $11–$12 billion to roughly $2.7 billion; Hilton says he would offset the gap with 10% staffing cuts and 5% agency-budget reductions, and could use budget leverage or an executive order if lawmakers balk. Democrats led by Xavier Becerra oppose the move, while Hilton seeks to persuade lawmakers to back the proposal.

via Los Angeles Times|
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Becerra Gains Momentum in CA Governor Race, Leading Hilton in New Poll
politics3 months ago

Becerra Gains Momentum in CA Governor Race, Leading Hilton in New Poll

A June Institute of Governmental Studies poll shows Xavier Becerra leading California’s governor race, with 52% of the general electorate backing Becerra and 31% supporting Republican Steve Hilton; billionaire Tom Steyer trails. The poll also finds broad left-leaning support for Becerra (including progressives), a favorable rating for Becerra at about 44%, and stronger appeal to moderates and Latinos, helping him outperform Hilton even in persuadable areas like Orange County and the Central Valley. About 17% of voters remain undecided. If elected, Becerra would be California’s first Latino governor in more than 150 years.

via Sacramento Bee|
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Becerra Holds Commanding Edge in California Governor’s Race as November Looms
politics4 months ago

Becerra Holds Commanding Edge in California Governor’s Race as November Looms

Democrat Xavier Becerra leads Republican Steve Hilton 52% to 31% in the general-election match‑up, per a UC Berkeley IGS/L.A. Times poll of 8,578 registered voters (May 19–24, margin ±2%). Democrats’ loyalty and Becerra’s surge after Swalwell’s exit anchor a traditional, partisan race in which Hilton’s Trump endorsement helps him with GOP voters but is unlikely to close the statewide gap ahead of November.

via Los Angeles Times|
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politics4 months ago

Becerra Headed to California Governor Runoff Against Hilton After Steyer Falls Short

Xavier Becerra is poised to win California’s governorship after Tom Steyer is eliminated; he will face Republican Steve Hilton in November in a race expected to stay Democratic in a blue state, aided by endorsements and labor support and a counter-effort against Steyer’s multimillion-dollar bid. If elected, Becerra would likely become California’s first Latino governor in modern history, allowing Democrats to redirect resources to key House races.

via Politico|
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politics4 months ago

Steyer’s populist gamble in California fizzles after record spending

Tom Steyer spent over $200 million campaigning to succeed Gavin Newsom with an anti-corporate, populist platform, but his wealth-created narrative failed to win over pivotal progressive voters, who doubted his authenticity and viewed him through the baggage of his fortune and past investments. Despite targeting utilities, taxes on the rich, and single-payer health care, Steyer couldn’t overcome the paradox of railing against corporations while being a billionaire, and he finished behind Xavier Becerra and a Republican challenger, underscoring the limits of elite spending in a crowded, uninspiring race.

via Politico|
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Becerra Surges to Front-Runner Status in California Governor Race
politics4 months ago

Becerra Surges to Front-Runner Status in California Governor Race

Xavier Becerra clinched a top-two finish in California's nonpartisan primary, advancing to the November governor race after Eric Swalwell's departure reshaped the field; Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer remain contenders for the second spot as voters respond to Becerra's decades of public service and centrist appeal, potentially making him California's first Latino governor if victorious in November.

via The New York Times|
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Becerra clinches spot in California governor’s general election in crowded top-two primary
politics4 months ago

Becerra clinches spot in California governor’s general election in crowded top-two primary

Former HHS secretary Xavier Becerra led California’s all-party primary with about 27% as the top-two vote-getters head to the general election, narrowly ahead of Republican Steve Hilton (around 26%) and Democrat Tom Steyer (about 21%) with two-thirds of votes counted; under California’s top-two system, Becerra’s November opponent will be the winner of Hilton vs. Steyer, and mail ballots can keep the tally open through early next week.

via NBC News|
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California governor race narrows to three as Hilton and Becerra take early leads, Steyer clings to slim hopes
politics4 months ago

California governor race narrows to three as Hilton and Becerra take early leads, Steyer clings to slim hopes

Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra lead California’s unsettled governor’s race as billionaire Tom Steyer fights to survive elimination; Becerra’s surge followed Swalwell’s scandal, Hilton drew Trump’s endorsement, and Steyer’s massive self-funding faces a steep climb as ballots continue to be counted in the open-primary top-two contest.

via Los Angeles Times|
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Becerra-Hilton Headed for California Governor Clash as Primaries Roll On
politics4 months ago

Becerra-Hilton Headed for California Governor Clash as Primaries Roll On

Primaries across six states set the stage for November: California appears to head toward a Becerra–Hilton governor’s race under the top-two system, with San Francisco’s Scott Wiener and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass advancing in their contests. In Iowa, Trump-endorsed leanings faced a setback as Zach Lahn beat Randy Feenstra in the GOP gubernatorial primary, while Josh Turek won the Democratic Senate primary and Ashley Hinson clinched the Republican nomination. New Jersey’s 7th District race is likely to be competitive, with Rebecca Bennett defeating Tom Kean Jr. Deb Haaland won the Democratic nomination for New Mexico governor, possibly making history, and Montana and South Dakota wrapped up nominations for their open federal seats.

via Al Jazeera|
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Steyer and Becerra Lead Crowded California Governor Primary as Results Begin
politics4 months ago

Steyer and Becerra Lead Crowded California Governor Primary as Results Begin

With Gavin Newsom term-limited, California’s 2026 governor primary features a crowded field, led by Democrat Xavier Becerra and billionaire Tom Steyer, with Republican Steve Hilton also contending; the top two finishers, regardless of party, advance to the general. The live results show 0.0% counted so far in many counties, with about 8.5 million votes still expected to be cast as counties report tallies.

via NBC News|
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California Governor Race: Becerra Leads as Steyer and Hilton Jockey for Second, Polls Show
politics4 months ago

California Governor Race: Becerra Leads as Steyer and Hilton Jockey for Second, Polls Show

Emerson College polls show Democrat Xavier Becerra leading the California governor field with about 28% while Tom Steyer and Steve Hilton fight for the crucial second spot (Steyer around 22%, Hilton 21%). A Berkeley poll offered a different second-place order, but both surveys indicate a three-way race for the runoff slot as the top-two primary nears and turnout continues to shift.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|
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