Democrat Xavier Becerra wins California governor's race, defeating Republican Steve Hilton
Summary
Xavier Becerra defeated Republican Steve Hilton to become California’s next governor, succeeding Gavin Newsom. Becerra campaigned on his public-service experience and pledged to oppose President Donald Trump’s policies, while Hilton argued that Democratic rule had contributed to the state’s high costs and homelessness.Key Facts
- Becerra is a Democrat and former California attorney general.
- He served as a member of Congress and as health secretary in President Joe Biden’s administration.
- Hilton is a Republican, former Fox News host and former adviser to U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron.
- Becerra will be California’s first Latino governor since the 19th century.
- His victory extends Democrats’ 16-year winning streak in statewide California elections.
- Hilton criticized one-party rule and promised, among other things, to abolish the DMV and lower gas prices.
- Becerra tied Hilton to President Trump, who endorsed Hilton.
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