Xavier Becerra, the Democratic candidate for governor of California, is leading in the gubernatorial race despite significant advertising expenditures by fellow Democrat Tom Steyer. According to a recent poll by the Public Policy Institute of California, Becerra has 23% support, followed closely by Republican Steve Hilton at 20%. Steyer is in third place with 15%, followed by Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco at 13% and former Democratic Representative Katie Porter at 12%. Steyer has reportedly spent over $195 million on advertising, surpassing the previous record for gubernatorial spending in California. The state's primary system allows the top two candidates to advance to the general election, regardless of party affiliation. The poll, conducted from May 14-18 among 1,707 California adults, has a margin of error of 4.1% for likely voters.
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Becerra Leads California Gubernatorial Race Ahead of Primary
Xavier Becerra is leading the California gubernatorial race with 23% support, according to a recent poll. He is followed by Republican Steve Hilton at 20% and Democrat Tom Steyer at 15%, who has spent over $195 million on advertising. The primary system allows the top two candidates to advance to the general election, regardless of party affiliation.
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Becerra holds strong lead in California race despite Steyer’s record $195 million ad blitz
Becerra Leads California Gubernatorial Race Ahead of Primary