California Gubernatorial Race: Hilton vs Becerra

Hilton gains ground but Becerra holds 22-point lead in California polls.

Sep 17, 2026

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California Gubernatorial Race: Hilton vs Becerra

Hilton gains ground but Becerra holds 22-point lead in California polls.

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Hilton gains ground but Becerra holds 22-point lead in California polls. Hilton trails Becerra by 22 points in latest California gubernatorial polls with 7 weeks until midterms. Originally reported by Newsweek.

California Gubernatorial Race

Republican Steve Hilton (L) faces an uphill battle against Democrat Xavier Becerra (R) in California's gubernatorial race.

Hilton trails Becerra by 22 points in latest polls.

PPIC Poll Results

Xavier Becerra on Why He Should Be California’s Next Governor

Becerra leads 60 percent to 38 percent among 1,098 likely voters.

Hilton Campaign Response

Hilton gains support as Californians seek change.

Historical Poll Gaps

Becerra leads by 25 points in June poll, 18 points in August poll.

Hilton's Campaign Strategy

Hilton's Campaign Strategy

Promises $3 gas and affordable housing for voters.

Prediction Markets

Becerra has 96 percent chance to win November election.

Affordability Concerns

65 percent say affordability is very important to their vote.

What Happens Next

Hilton challenges Becerra to debates before November.

What it means

Hilton trails Becerra by 22 points in latest California gubernatorial polls with 7 weeks until midterms.

Read the original on Newsweek

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