Xavier Becerra Wins California Governor Race After Defeating Steve Hilton
The Democrat is projected to become California's next governor and its first elected Latino governor, following a campaign focused on living costs, housing and energy.
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Hilton rallies around Los Angeles as Becerra skips events
New York Post ↗Candidates target living costs and LGBTQ community outreach
New York Post ↗Polling report shows Becerra holding a wide advantage
La Nacion ↗Hilton dresses as Becerra in Halloween campaign attack
New York Post ↗Newsom and Harris appear in support of Becerra
NYTimes.com Home Page (U.S.) ↗Candidates finish campaigning as early voting turnout runs high
New York Post ↗Becerra projected to win California race for governor
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