California Primary Results: Xavier Becerra Advances to General Election for Governor
California's primary election counting continues as Democrat Xavier Becerra emerges as the frontrunner to advance to the general election, while results remain undecided in several other key races.
Primary Results
Democrat Xavier Becerra advances to general election in California governor's race. NBC News projects that the former Biden Cabinet official will emerge from the all-party primary, while his November opponent has yet to be determined.
Ongoing Vote Counting
California's primary election results remain undecided in several key races, including the gubernatorial contest where Republican Steve Hilton leads with 28% of the vote. The state's slow ballot-counting process continues to draw criticism from observers nationwide.
Becerra's Path Forward
Becerra, who served as Attorney General under President Biden, positions himself as a progressive candidate focused on healthcare, immigrant rights, and environmental protection. His advancement to the general election sets up a likely matchup against Republican candidates still competing in the primary.
Broader Context
California's 2026 primary has become a test case for the state's election administration and ballot-processing capabilities. California's slow ballot count makes it a target for critics. It doesn't mean elections are rigged, election officials insist, as the process continues methodically through the week.