Steve Hilton, who previously served as an adviser to former UK Prime Minister David Cameron, has emerged as the leading Republican candidate in the California governor primary.
As the primary results indicate, Hilton is expected to face off against Democrat Xavier Becerra in the general election scheduled for November.
This matchup highlights the ongoing political dynamics in California, where both candidates will likely focus on key issues affecting the state's electorate.
Updates
Update at 00:42 UTC on 2026-06-06
Politico reported Xavier Becerra advances to runoff in California governor primary Politico. NPR News reported Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra has clinched the top spot on California's ballot for governor. With millions of ballots still to be counted, his November challenger is unknown.
Sources: Politico, NPR News
Update at 02:29 UTC on 2026-06-10
Financial Times reported David Cameron’s former adviser to face Democrat Xavier Becerra on November ballot. AP News reported Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton will face off in California governor’s race AP News.
Sources: Financial Times, AP News