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California Governor Candidates Spar at Debate

Updated 2026-05-06 04:30 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Candidates for California governor clashed during a CNN debate in East Los Angeles, focusing on their differences and strategies. Former Secretary Xavier Becerra emerged as the frontrunner.

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The Hill
Candidates running to replace term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) pounced on former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra (D) during the Golden State’s gubernatorial debate on Tuesday. The focus on Becerra underscores his surge to frontrunner status in the crowded race, which was rattled
2026-05-06 04:15 UTC
Deadline
Seven candidates for California governor crowded a CNN debate stage in East Los Angeles on Tuesday, spending much of the two hours sparring and strategizing to gain an upper hand in a race that still remains fluid. One of the few moments where the contenders didn’t interrupt each other or thro
2026-05-06 04:23 UTC
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