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Becerra’s California Lead Narrows as Hilton Gains Ground in New Governor Poll
politics22 days ago

Becerra’s California Lead Narrows as Hilton Gains Ground in New Governor Poll

A Berkeley/LA Times poll of 2,310 likely California voters (Aug. 3–9) finds Democrat Xavier Becerra ahead of Republican Steve Hilton 55%–37% in the governor’s race, but his lead has narrowed from 25 points to 18 as Hilton edges up. Becerra leads in Los Angeles, San Diego, the Bay Area, and the Central Coast, while Hilton leads in the San Joaquin Valley and North Coast/Sierra; Orange County and the Inland Empire are closely contested. Analysts call the shift normal movement, noting Becerra’s strong Democratic backing and broader support among independents/nonpartisans, even as Hilton retains GOP support. The race comes amid ongoing campaign scrutiny and limited public appearances from Becerra.

via New York Post|
#california#governor-election-2026#politics
politics29 days ago

Hilton’s energy-populist gambit reshapes California’s governor race

Republican Steve Hilton is running on a populist energy platform: break up PG&E’s monopoly, slash renewable-energy mandates, and cut refinery environmental rules to drive down gas and electricity costs. The plan mirrors Tom Steyer’s anti-utility approach but diverges on renewables policy and aims to tap voter frustration over high prices in California, though it faces pushback from Democrats and questions about feasibility in a deep-blue state.

via Politico|
#california-politics#energy-policy#gas-prices
Trump-backed Hilton advances to CA governor showdown with Becerra
politics2 months ago

Trump-backed Hilton advances to CA governor showdown with Becerra

Trump-endorsed Steve Hilton clinched a top spot in California’s gubernatorial primary and will face Democrat Xavier Becerra in November, setting up a high-stakes race pitting Hilton’s tax-cutting, MAGA-aligned stance against Becerra’s immigrant protections and long government record. Billionaire Tom Steyer finished third and urged Californians to unite behind Becerra. Early tallies gave Becerra a slight edge over Hilton, highlighting a sharp policy contrast as the two veterans prepare for the general election.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california-governor-race#california-primary-results#politics
Trump-backed Steve Hilton advances to November in California governor race
politics2 months ago

Trump-backed Steve Hilton advances to November in California governor race

Trump-backed British-born strategist Steve Hilton advanced to California’s November governor race by finishing in the top two in the nonpartisan primary, setting up a contest against Democrat Xavier Becerra; Hilton led early counts but late mail ballots shifted momentum to Becerra, illustrating the uphill path Hilton faces in a heavily Democratic state.

via The Guardian|
#california-governor-race#nonpartisan-primary#politics
California Governor Race: Hilton Heads to November showdown
politics2 months ago

California Governor Race: Hilton Heads to November showdown

Republican Steve Hilton, a British-American former Fox News host, advanced to the November general election to face Democrat Xavier Becerra after winning about 25% of California's June 2 top-two primary. Hilton pledges steep spending and regulatory cuts, including eliminating the income tax on the first $100,000 of earnings with a flat tax above that, offset by large cuts to state spending. California remains a heavily Democratic state (Democrats outnumber Republicans roughly two-to-one), making the race a traditional partisan contest highlighted by Trump’s endorsement of Hilton and the exit of Tom Steyer, who endorsed Becerra.

via CalMatters|
#california-governor-election-2026#politics#steve-hilton
Hilton Seeks Upset as Becerra Heads California Governor’s Race
politics2 months ago

Hilton Seeks Upset as Becerra Heads California Governor’s Race

Republican Steve Hilton advances to the California governor’s race general election to face Democrat Xavier Becerra; with 88% of votes counted, Becerra leads Hilton 28% to 25%, while Steyer is roughly at 23% and Chad Bianco remains in double digits. Because California relies on mail-in ballots, results could take weeks, helping Hilton as he enters a race in a state that has not elected a Republican governor in 20 years; Hilton is Trump-endorsed and contends with a rising Becerra in a Democratic-leaning state.

via NBC News|
#california#california-governor-race#politics
Trump’s California fury: Pratt’s lead fades as rigged-elections narrative escalates
politics2 months ago

Trump’s California fury: Pratt’s lead fades as rigged-elections narrative escalates

Trump erupts on Truth Social as updated California results show Spencer Pratt losing his lead in the LA mayoral race and Nithya Raman gaining ground against Karen Bass, prompting renewed claims that California elections are rigged. He also targets Steve Hilton and continues pushing conspiracy theories about delayed mail-in ballots, while analysts note California’s postmark/count rules explain the slow count. The piece also touches on Trump’s broader push to restructure the intelligence community, including the appointment of Bill Pulte as acting DNI.

via The Daily Beast|
#california#donald-j-trump#los-angeles
Becerra clinches runoff spot, poised to become California’s first elected Latino governor
politics2 months ago

Becerra clinches runoff spot, poised to become California’s first elected Latino governor

Democratic candidate Xavier Becerra clinched one of the top two spots in California’s gubernatorial primary, setting up a November showdown with Republican Steve Hilton and potentially making him the state’s first elected Latino governor, in a race shaped by Swalwell’s scandal fallout and California’s top-two primary system.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california-governor-race#latino-representation#politics
Becerra advances toward California governor's race general election
politics3 months ago

Becerra advances toward California governor's race general election

Democrat Xavier Becerra is projected by the AP to advance to California's governor race general election after a late surge in a crowded primary. It remains unclear who will join him on the November ballot, with Republican Steve Hilton and billionaire Tom Steyer in strong positions as mail ballots continue to be counted. Becerra would be the first Latino governor in modern California history if elected; his moderate stance contrasts with Steyer's populist approach and with other rivals who trailed in the primary.

via The Washington Post|
#california-elections-2026#california-governor#politics
California governor race: Hilton leads overnight as late ballots loom
us-news-politics3 months ago

California governor race: Hilton leads overnight as late ballots loom

Steve Hilton briefly extended his lead in the California 2026 gubernatorial primary overnight, with about 58% of votes counted showing Hilton at 27.8%, Xavier Becerra at 25.4%, and Tom Steyer at 19.6%. Analysts caution that late-arriving mail ballots could tilt toward Democrats, potentially changing the outcome and setting up a Hilton-versus-Democratic-nominee race in November; Hilton has also drawn endorsements from JD Vance and Donald Trump, while Democrat Chad Bianco trailed in Riverside County at 11.3%.

via New York Post|
#california-governor-election-2026#california-primary-election#steve-hilton
Reality TV star and ex-Downing Street adviser loom over California primary showdown
us-politics3 months ago

Reality TV star and ex-Downing Street adviser loom over California primary showdown

Voters across several states vote in primaries that will signal Democratic mood and Trump-era GOP dynamics ahead of the midterms. In California, a jungle primary could lead to a three-way race for governor featuring Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer, while Los Angeles’s mayoral contest could pit incumbent Karen Bass against reality TV figure Spencer Pratt; San Francisco’s race to replace Nancy Pelosi adds to the high-stakes lineup. With President Trump’s approval at a record low, Democrats are hopeful about retaking Congress, while Iowa’s crowded GOP field tests Trump’s grip despite a nomination threshold and potential delays in tallying results.

via Financial Times|
#california#los-angeles#spencer-pratt