Xavier Becerra Takes Lead in California Governor Primary

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Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra surged to a commanding lead in California’s Democratic primary for governor. After a slow start and early exclusion from debates, his fortunes turned following Rep. Eric Swalwell’s withdrawal, propelling Becerra to the forefront of a crowded field.

Prediction‑market data from Polymarket showed Becerra with a 79.3% chance of winning, up 29 percentage points from the day before. Billionaire Democrat Tom Steyer trailed at 13.1%, while Republican Steve Hilton fell to 5.8% after initially leading early returns. Trading volume on the market exceeded $33 million, reflecting strong public interest in the race.

Becerra’s rise positions him for a November showdown with Hilton, marking a dramatic shift in California’s political landscape.

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5 Things to Know About Xavier Becerra [dnyuz.com]

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