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Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton will face off in California governor’s race

Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton will face off in California governor’s race

The November race to determine California’s next governor will pit a Democrat promising to cement the state’s status as a stronghold of liberal policies against a Republican pledging to dramatically reverse course
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Steve Hilton Advances in California Governor's Race, Faces Xavier Becerra in November

Steve Hilton Advances in California Governor's Race, Faces Xavier Becerra in November

Steve Hilton, a former UK political operative and Fox News personality, has advanced to the November general election for California governor. Hilton, endorsed by President Trump, will face Democrat Xavier Becerra, a former congressman and U.S. health secretary. The Associated Press confirmed Hilton's advancement after a competitive primary. Despite initial leads, Hilton was overtaken by Becerra as more mail-in ballots were counted. Hilton's campaign, marked by his outsider status and Trump endorsement, aims to challenge the Democratic stronghold in California, where Democrats have dominated recent gubernatorial elections.
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Republican Steve Hilton advances to general election in race for California governor

Republican Steve Hilton advances to general election in race for California governor

Republican Steve Hilton has advanced to the general election for California governor after making the case that the state desperately needs new leadership following more than 15 years of Democratic dominance
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Hilton projected to advance in race for California governor to face Becerra

Hilton projected to advance in race for California governor to face Becerra

June 9 (Reuters) - Republican television commentator Steve Hilton was projected to advance to the November 3 general election following June 2's open primary, U.S. media projected on Tuesday.
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California Election Officials Continue Vote Count Amid Close Governor Race

California Election Officials Continue Vote Count Amid Close Governor Race

As of June 8, the primary race for California's governorship remains too close to call. Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, has secured enough votes to advance to the general election. Republican Steve Hilton is in second place, while Democrat Tom Steyer is in third. California election officials are still processing a large number of mail-in ballots, which is a common practice in the state. The slow counting process has been criticized by President Trump, who claimed without evidence that the elections are 'rigged'. The state's election officials have acknowledged the lengthy process due to the prevalence of mail-in ballots.
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President Trump Criticizes California Election System Amid MAGA Candidate Struggles

President Trump Criticizes California Election System Amid MAGA Candidate Struggles

President Trump has expressed frustration over the performance of two Republican-backed candidates, Spencer Pratt and Steve Hilton, in California elections. Trump took to Truth Social to voice his concerns after updated vote counts showed these candidates facing challenges. Pratt, a reality TV star, and Hilton, a former Fox News presenter, were initially leading in their respective races but have since fallen behind. Trump has accused the California election system of being rigged, a claim he has made in the past regarding elections in Democratic-led states. The president's comments come as the state continues to process ballots, a procedure that can take weeks due to California's election laws.
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The Latest: In crucial Maine race, Platner wins Senate nomination after controversies

The Latest: In crucial Maine race, Platner wins Senate nomination after controversies

Voters across Maine, Nevada, South Carolina and North Dakota headed to the polls for another day of primary elections in America, but much of the political world was focused on Maine’s high-stakes U.S. Senate contest
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California Governor and L.A. Mayor Races Tighten as Vote Count Continues

California Governor and L.A. Mayor Races Tighten as Vote Count Continues

The races for California governor and Los Angeles mayor remain too close to call as vote counting continues past election day. In the gubernatorial race, Xavier Becerra is likely to face Steve Hilton in the November election. Meanwhile, incumbent L.A. Mayor Karen Bass has secured a spot in the general election, with Nithya Raman closing in on Spencer Pratt for the second spot. The slow vote count is attributed to California's emphasis on voter accessibility and accuracy, with mail-in ballots accepted up to seven days post-election if postmarked by election day. This delay is expected to favor Democratic candidates, who tend to vote by mail.
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Trump steps up attacks on California's election system

Trump steps up attacks on California's election system

By Steve Gorman LOS ANGELES, June 8 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday repeated claims that California's elections are rigged, disputing without evidence voter tallies showing the Republican candidate he endorsed in the Los Angeles mayor's race appeared headed for defeat.
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Hilton, Becerra advance to general election for California governor

Hilton, Becerra advance to general election for California governor

From 61 candidates down to the top two as Democrat Xavier Becerra will take on Republican Steve Hilton to see who will be California's next governor.
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Xavier Becerra Secures Spot in California Governor Race Amidst Primary Vote Counting

Xavier Becerra Secures Spot in California Governor Race Amidst Primary Vote Counting

The race for California's next governor is heating up as Xavier Becerra has secured one of the top two spots in the primary election, positioning him for the general election in November. With over 70% of the primary votes counted, Becerra is set to face either Steve Hilton or Tom Steyer, who are still vying for the second spot. The final primary vote count is eagerly awaited by Californians. Prediction markets, such as Kalshi, strongly favor Becerra, with traders pricing his victory at 90 cents per contract. The primary election process has been marked by controversy, including a notable incident where President Trump walked off an NBC interview after discussing the California primaries.