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MYSTERIOUS: Xavier becerra - You Need To See This

Oklahoma officials disagree over who can call a vote on a constitutional convention question

Welcome to the Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, Brew.

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Labor Unions Hate Robots—and It's Stopping Democrats From Delivering on Affordability

Labor unions almost always value union jobs over technologies that save time, money, and lives.

Reason

Xavier Becerra (D) and Steve Hilton (R) to run for governor of California on Nov. 3

Xavier Becerra (D) and Steve Hilton (R) are running in the general election for governor of California on Nov. 3. They advanced from the top-two primary on June 2. In the primary, Becerra received 28% of the vote and Hilton received 25%. Incumbent Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is term-limited.

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Mike Johnson Crumbles Under Pressure Over Questions on California’s ‘Rigged’ Primaries Without Proof

It is impossible to prove

The Mary Sue

Xavier Becerra (D) and Steve Hilton (R) advance from the top-two primary for governor of California

Xavier Becerra (D) and Steve Hilton (R) advanced from the top-two primary for governor of California on June 2, 2026. Of the 61 candidates who ran in the election, Becerra, Matt Mahan (D), Katie Porter (D), Tom Steyer (D), Antonio Villaraigosa (D), Chad Bianco (R), and Hilton led in polling…

Ballotpedia

Becerra, Hilton, To Square Off In California Governor's Race

Democrat Xavier Becerra was the top vote getter in this month's gubernatorial primary after days of recount.

International Business Times

Who is Steve Hilton, the Briton who could become California’s next governor?

Hilton has worn many hats since he arrived in the US 14 years ago, and now faces steep odds of defeating Democratic Xavier Becerra in November

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Republican Steve Hilton advances in California governor’s race

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The Independent UK

Republican Steve Hilton advances to face Xavier Becerra in general election race for California governor

Republican and Democrat to face-off in November 3 general election to find successor to term-limited Gavin Newsom

The Independent UK

Republican Steve Hilton advances in tight California governor’s race

Former UK political operative endorsed by Trump will face off against Democrat Xavier Becerra in November election

The Guardian - US

Nithya Raman edges out Spencer Pratt to face Karen Bass in LA mayoral runoff

Progressive challenger to face incumbent mayor in November as former reality star Pratt trails behind

The Guardian - US

One Nation takes primary vote lead in Newspoll as Albanese’s ratings slump to record low

Newspoll corroborates two polls I reported last week that had One Nation first on primary votes, although only by one point in Newspoll instead of three points in the YouGov and Redbridge polls.

The Conversation

Nithya Raman leads Spencer Pratt in LA mayor’s race as vote-counting continues

Progressive and former reality TV star have been battling for the number two spot to face off against Karen Bass

The Guardian - US

Ex-Cameron aide and California governor hopeful hits out at election ‘shambles’

The Republican candidate stopped short of backing the US president’s unfounded claim that the race is ‘rigged’ amid count delays.

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The Guardian - US

How Xavier Becerra turned around his campaign to be California’s governor

In late March, his polling hovered near 3%, but in a stunning reversal Becerra has advanced to the general election

The Guardian - US

Xavier Becerra advances in California’s hotly contested governor’s race

Ex-US health secretary advances to general election after emerging from crowded primary in race to succeed Gavin Newsom

Latin Times

Xavier Becerra's First Shot as a California Governor Candidate Isn't at Tom Steyer: It's at Donald Trump

Mexican American politician Xavier Becerra has not even officially begun his general-election campaign for California governor, but he has already chosen his first target, and it isn't fellow Democrat Tom Steyer or Republican Steve Hilton: It's Donald Trump.

The Guardian - US

California governor’s race: DoJ sends in federal observer over slow count

Experts warn ballot-counting could drag on in primaries for governor, LA mayor and Congress, as Trump claims ‘rigging’

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The Guardian - US

Tense governor’s race in California unsettled as vote-counting continues

State election officials continue to sift through uncounted primary ballots, which could take days or even weeks

International Business Times UK

LA Mayoral Run-Off: Karen Bass Moves to Run-Off, Will It Be Nithya Raman or Spencer Pratt?

Karen Bass advances to the Los Angeles mayoral run-off, facing Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman amidst criticism over wildfire response and city issues.

International Business Times

California, Iowa Primaries Shape Key 2026 Contests As Voters Weigh Cost-Of-Living, National Issues

The latest round of state primaries unfolded against a backdrop of international conflicts, economic uncertainty and ongoing debates over trade, immigration and government spending.

International Business Times UK

Eric Swalwell Sexual Assault Scandal Reshapes Crucial California Governor Race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California governor race due to a scandal has reshaped the political landscape, benefiting candidates Tom Steyer and Xavier Becerra.

The Guardian - US

Mitch McConnell statement suggests he considers Bill Pulte unfit for national intelligence director role –as it happened

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The Economic Times

Who won the California Governor race? Early results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer battling for top spots

As preliminary results emerged Tuesday night, Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer pulled ahead of a crowded field competing to succeed Gavin Newsom, who is barred from seeking another term, according to a report by The Guardian.

The Independent UK

Trump takes a hit in nationwide primaries as voters shake up the map

Contests, spanning California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota, provided crucial takeaways for both major parties

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