Becerra elected California governor, Prop. 39 rejected in state vote
According to CBS News, Becerra has been elected governor of California and Proposition 39 has been rejected, as results for key 2026 races were coming in.
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California governor Race 2026: Live Results and Updates
Voters in California are choosing a governor in the midterm elections of 3 November 2026. This page carries the reports on this race as they come in.
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Democrat Xavier Becerra projected to win California governor's race
Democrat Xavier Becerra will become California's next governor, according to CBS News, defeating Republican Steve Hilton. The race centred on the state's cost of living, housing affordability, energy policy and relations with the federal government.
Democrat Xavier Becerra wins California governor race
Xavier Becerra, the Democratic former health and human services secretary, was elected governor of California, according to The Guardian. He defeated former Fox News host Steve Hilton, and will become the state's first Latino governor since 1875.
California governor race: Becerra and Hilton face voters amid cost of living concerns
Voters in California are deciding between Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton in the governor's race, according to ABC News. Trump, the state's high cost of living and political experience are key issues on the ballot.
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Frequently asked questions
When will the California governor race result be known?
Some races are called on election night. Close contests, mail ballots and recounts can delay a call by days.
What is at stake in the California governor race?
Voters in California are choosing a governor. Thirty-six states are electing governors in 2026.