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Becerra easily leading California governor’s race defined by partisan split, poll shows
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· August 14, 2026
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Key takeaway The poll found a significant gap between the two candidates, with Becerra supported by about 55% of likely voters and Hilton backed by 37%.
A recent poll from UC Berkeley shows Xavier Becerra leading in the California governor's race. The former Health and Human Services Secretary has a double-digit margin over Republican businessman Steve Hilton. The poll found a significant gap between the two candidates, with Becerra supported by about 55% of likely voters and Hilton backed by 37%.
A small percentage of voters, around 7%, remain undecided. Further details on the poll and the gubernatorial race are available from the source, including information on a recent debate held at Pomona College in Claremont.
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Category: local Published: August 14, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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