Key Facts

• The debate was broadcast on CNN and focused on winning over voters who supported other candidates in the primary.
• Becerra criticized Hilton’s tax cut plans, saying they would hurt working families. Hilton said reducing government taxes would quickly put more money in people's pockets.
• On housing, Hilton wants to cap fees and create new cities with counties competing to build homes, while Becerra wants to cut red tape and help buyers with down payment programs.
• Becerra has sued major tech companies and plans to regulate data centers to protect local resources; Hilton criticized Becerra for receiving money from tech companies.
• Hilton supports stricter enforcement of immigration laws for criminals in the country illegally but also wants to reduce tensions around immigration. Becerra emphasized his support for immigrants and criticized Hilton’s cooperation with immigration enforcement.
• Both candidates agree on supporting California’s film industry to keep production local, but Hilton blamed Democrats for Hollywood job losses.
• Recent polls show Becerra with about 58-60% support among likely voters, while Hilton has around 33-38%.