Coverage dated September 24, 2026 to September 25, 2026

Becerra Leads in California Governor’s Race, but Enthusiasm Is Lagging

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Becerra may be leading in the governor’s race, but new polling shows voters aren’t excited about him.

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ABC 7 Los Angeles
Xavier Becerra expands lead over Steve Hilton in California governor's race, poll shows (opens ABC 7 Los Angeles)
Published Sep 24, 2026
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Xavier Becerra has widened his lead over Steve Hilton in California's race for governor, according to a new poll.
Washington Examiner
Becerra leads in California governor’s race, but voters remain lukewarm (opens Washington Examiner)
Published Sep 25, 2026
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Xavier Becerra may have a commanding lead in California’s gubernatorial race, but voters don’t seem particularly excited about him. Becerra, the former President Joe Biden administration health secretary, leads Republican Steve Hilton by 18 points among likely voters, 54% to 36%, according to a new …
New York Post
Steve Hilton trails Xavier Becerra in California governor’s race — but voters dislike Becerra more: poll (opens New York Post)
Published Sep 25, 2026
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Xavier Becerra looks like he’ll run away with the California governor’s race in a matchup with Republican Steve Hilton — but voters aren’t exactly thrilled about it.
KQED News
Becerra Leads in California Governor’s Race, but Enthusiasm Is Lagging (opens KQED News)
Published Sep 25, 2026
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Becerra may be leading in the governor’s race, but new polling shows voters aren’t excited about him.