California gubernatorial candidates Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton debated taxes, immigration, and AI ahead of mail-in voting, offering voters distinct policy visions on key ballot measures.
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Becerra and Hilton Clash in California Gubernatorial Debate Ahead of Ballot Mailings
California gubernatorial candidates Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton clashed over taxes, immigration, and AI in a debate just days before ballots are mailed. Becerra, a Democrat, emphasized experience and opposition to Trump administration policies, while Republican Hilton, endorsed by President Trump, criticized Becerra's campaign and sought to appeal to voter discontent. The debate highlighted key differences on ballot measures, including a proposed billionaire tax and a voter ID initiative.
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October 1, 2026 at 8:23 AM
California gubernatorial candidates Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton debated taxes, immigration, and AI ahead of mail-in voting, offering voters distinct policy visions on key ballot measures.
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California AG Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton clashed over the economy and immigration during their first debate in the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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Becerra, Hilton tangle over ‘Trump, Trump, Trump’ in California governor debate
via The Hill News — Democratic state Attorney General Xavier Becerra and former Fox News host Steve Hilton (R) clashed on the debate stage Wednesday as they jostle in a contentious race to replace California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D). The rivals sparred over the economy, immigration and healthcare in an hourlong CNN debate, the first and only scheduled just days…
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October 1, 2026 at 4:51 AM
California AG Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton clashed over the economy and immigration during their first debate in the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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Really proud of my governor. Check out this 5 minute declaration to the UN that we're not defined by the Orange Menace. youtu.be/UCThADN6vNI?...
#resistTrump #resist #GavinNewsom #CAGov
#resistTrump #resist #GavinNewsom #CAGov
California Governor Gavin Newsom Speaks at the United Nations
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September 24, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Really proud of my governor. Check out this 5 minute declaration to the UN that we're not defined by the Orange Menace. youtu.be/UCThADN6vNI?...
#resistTrump #resist #GavinNewsom #CAGov
#resistTrump #resist #GavinNewsom #CAGov
🚨📊 NEW POLL
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR
Conducted by: SurveyUSA
🟦 Democrat Xavier Becerra at 55%
🟥 Republican Steve Hilton at 33%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-4.6%
#midterms #california #cagov #uspolitics
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR
Conducted by: SurveyUSA
🟦 Democrat Xavier Becerra at 55%
🟥 Republican Steve Hilton at 33%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-4.6%
#midterms #california #cagov #uspolitics
September 23, 2026 at 1:26 AM
🚨📊 NEW POLL
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR
Conducted by: SurveyUSA
🟦 Democrat Xavier Becerra at 55%
🟥 Republican Steve Hilton at 33%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-4.6%
#midterms #california #cagov #uspolitics
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR
Conducted by: SurveyUSA
🟦 Democrat Xavier Becerra at 55%
🟥 Republican Steve Hilton at 33%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-4.6%
#midterms #california #cagov #uspolitics
Calif. Gov. Newsom issues an executive order to accelerate third-party oversight, advance creation of an AI ‘kill switch’ #CAGOV #AIkillswitch #AIguiardrails @governor.ca.gov californianewswire.com/calif-gov-ne...
Calif. Gov. Newsom issues an executive order to accelerate third-party oversight, advance creation of an AI 'kill switch'
Calif. Gov. Newsom issues an executive order to accelerate third-party oversight, advance creation of an AI 'kill switch' - California Government
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September 18, 2026 at 9:36 PM
Calif. Gov. Newsom issues an executive order to accelerate third-party oversight, advance creation of an AI ‘kill switch’ #CAGOV #AIkillswitch #AIguiardrails @governor.ca.gov californianewswire.com/calif-gov-ne...
We have seen OVER AND OVER how important it is to have experienced, qualified, talented leaders in our top government posts.
That's what California needs as governor.
That's @xavierbecerra.bsky.social!
#CAgov #BecerraEra
That's what California needs as governor.
That's @xavierbecerra.bsky.social!
#CAgov #BecerraEra
Folks agree: I’m ready to get the job done.
Let’s win this, California.
www.sacbee.com/opinion/elec...
Let’s win this, California.
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The best candidate for California governor is the one prepared for the job | Opinion
Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra emerged from the primary. Only one stands a chance.
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September 16, 2026 at 3:52 AM
We have seen OVER AND OVER how important it is to have experienced, qualified, talented leaders in our top government posts.
That's what California needs as governor.
That's @xavierbecerra.bsky.social!
#CAgov #BecerraEra
That's what California needs as governor.
That's @xavierbecerra.bsky.social!
#CAgov #BecerraEra
He should go all in and say that Republicans will flip CAGOV. I know he can do it ✊. Blame the merger lawsuit while he's at it (seen some Paramount/Ellisons stans say that Cali is in play for republicans because of it, not even kidding).
September 15, 2026 at 7:33 PM
He should go all in and say that Republicans will flip CAGOV. I know he can do it ✊. Blame the merger lawsuit while he's at it (seen some Paramount/Ellisons stans say that Cali is in play for republicans because of it, not even kidding).
Governor Newsom, stand with communities and protect our access to grocery stores in our neighborhoods. Sign AB 1857, the Grocery Store Access Act!
@cagovernornewsom.bsky.social #foodaccess #cagov
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September 10, 2026 at 10:06 PM
Governor Newsom, stand with communities and protect our access to grocery stores in our neighborhoods. Sign AB 1857, the Grocery Store Access Act!
@cagovernornewsom.bsky.social #foodaccess #cagov
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Gavin Newsom’s deficit elimination contrasts sharply with Trump adding $2.4 trillion to the national debt — a stark reminder of fiscal responsibility vs. reckless spending. #CAgov #TrumpDebt #NewsomDeficitElimination
August 23, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Gavin Newsom’s deficit elimination contrasts sharply with Trump adding $2.4 trillion to the national debt — a stark reminder of fiscal responsibility vs. reckless spending. #CAgov #TrumpDebt #NewsomDeficitElimination
It seems to be a growing consensus. I mostly meant in the sense of the corporations, AIPAC, and climate criminals boosting her campaign, her inflation of her record, and the nasty Dem corporate types sliming Abdul. Instant replay of CAGov.
July 28, 2026 at 4:14 AM
It seems to be a growing consensus. I mostly meant in the sense of the corporations, AIPAC, and climate criminals boosting her campaign, her inflation of her record, and the nasty Dem corporate types sliming Abdul. Instant replay of CAGov.
I believe a normie republican candidate would be a serious contender for CAGOV but they chose to run weirdos Hilton and Chad.
People talk about what it says about America that Trump got elected by 1% after losing twice but to me the really damning thing about this country isn't that, it's that if Larry Hogan somehow got the GOP nomination, he'd win with like 525 electoral votes.
July 27, 2026 at 5:12 PM
I believe a normie republican candidate would be a serious contender for CAGOV but they chose to run weirdos Hilton and Chad.
This story is bogus rage bait. Read the insane replies to her IG.
All she did was change her instagram account and tell her many followers and vicious trolls she's stepping away from politics to talk about what she's reading. So they'd stop harassing her for the CAgov race and calling her names.…
All she did was change her instagram account and tell her many followers and vicious trolls she's stepping away from politics to talk about what she's reading. So they'd stop harassing her for the CAgov race and calling her names.…
July 22, 2026 at 7:57 PM
This story is bogus rage bait. Read the insane replies to her IG.
All she did was change her instagram account and tell her many followers and vicious trolls she's stepping away from politics to talk about what she's reading. So they'd stop harassing her for the CAgov race and calling her names.…
All she did was change her instagram account and tell her many followers and vicious trolls she's stepping away from politics to talk about what she's reading. So they'd stop harassing her for the CAgov race and calling her names.…
Water is one of California’s most valuable resources. Its necessity and complexity demand the attention of the next #CAGov.
Read more on SB 72 from CSAC CEO Graham Knaus & @cmua.bsky.social Director Danielle Blacet-Hyden in Capitol Weekly:
tinyurl.com/2mt3pdh3
Read more on SB 72 from CSAC CEO Graham Knaus & @cmua.bsky.social Director Danielle Blacet-Hyden in Capitol Weekly:
tinyurl.com/2mt3pdh3
Candidates agree water matters: The next governor needs to deliver - Capitol Weekly
OPINION — This spring, the candidates for governor gathered in Fresno for the California Gubernatorial Candidate Forum, “Affordability and Rural California,” and spent time talking about water.
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July 20, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Water is one of California’s most valuable resources. Its necessity and complexity demand the attention of the next #CAGov.
Read more on SB 72 from CSAC CEO Graham Knaus & @cmua.bsky.social Director Danielle Blacet-Hyden in Capitol Weekly:
tinyurl.com/2mt3pdh3
Read more on SB 72 from CSAC CEO Graham Knaus & @cmua.bsky.social Director Danielle Blacet-Hyden in Capitol Weekly:
tinyurl.com/2mt3pdh3
🚨📊NEW POLL
California Governor’s Race
Conducted by: PPIC
🟦Democrat Xavier Becerra at 61%
🟥Republican Steve Hilton at 36%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-3.8%
#midterms #uspolitics #california #cagov
California Governor’s Race
Conducted by: PPIC
🟦Democrat Xavier Becerra at 61%
🟥Republican Steve Hilton at 36%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-3.8%
#midterms #uspolitics #california #cagov
July 17, 2026 at 8:46 AM
🚨📊NEW POLL
California Governor’s Race
Conducted by: PPIC
🟦Democrat Xavier Becerra at 61%
🟥Republican Steve Hilton at 36%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-3.8%
#midterms #uspolitics #california #cagov
California Governor’s Race
Conducted by: PPIC
🟦Democrat Xavier Becerra at 61%
🟥Republican Steve Hilton at 36%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-3.8%
#midterms #uspolitics #california #cagov
🚨📊NEW POLL
California Governor’s Race
Conducted by: PPIC
🟦Democrat Xavier Becerra at 61%
🟥Republican Steve Hilton at 36%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-3.8%
#midterms #uspolitics #california #cagov
California Governor’s Race
Conducted by: PPIC
🟦Democrat Xavier Becerra at 61%
🟥Republican Steve Hilton at 36%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-3.8%
#midterms #uspolitics #california #cagov
July 17, 2026 at 7:53 AM
🚨📊NEW POLL
California Governor’s Race
Conducted by: PPIC
🟦Democrat Xavier Becerra at 61%
🟥Republican Steve Hilton at 36%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-3.8%
#midterms #uspolitics #california #cagov
California Governor’s Race
Conducted by: PPIC
🟦Democrat Xavier Becerra at 61%
🟥Republican Steve Hilton at 36%
ℹ️ Margin of error is +/-3.8%
#midterms #uspolitics #california #cagov
Having said that, this looks eerily similar to the situation regarding Eric Swalwell when he dropped out of the #CAGov race earlier this year, and also Joe Biden when he dropped out of the presidential race in 2024 (but for different reasons).
Everyone's now calling on Platner to drop out.
Everyone's now calling on Platner to drop out.
July 7, 2026 at 1:56 AM
Having said that, this looks eerily similar to the situation regarding Eric Swalwell when he dropped out of the #CAGov race earlier this year, and also Joe Biden when he dropped out of the presidential race in 2024 (but for different reasons).
Everyone's now calling on Platner to drop out.
Everyone's now calling on Platner to drop out.
A large number of prominent figures have endorsed Platner. Eric Swalwell's campaign for #CAGov imploded after his top backers all quickly rescinded their support following sexual assault allegations. Something similar could happen here.
July 6, 2026 at 7:52 PM
A large number of prominent figures have endorsed Platner. Eric Swalwell's campaign for #CAGov imploded after his top backers all quickly rescinded their support following sexual assault allegations. Something similar could happen here.
🗳️ JOLPOL endorses the following pro- #Justice, #Opportunity, & #Liberty candidates for 11/3 General #Election2026 #Midterms2026:
🗳️ #California: #Governor #CAGOV: @xavierbecerra.bsky.social | #LieutenantGovernor: @fionamacpa.bsky.social | #Secretary of #State: Sec. Shirley Weber! #GOTV #VOTE #CApol ⚖️
🗳️ #California: #Governor #CAGOV: @xavierbecerra.bsky.social | #LieutenantGovernor: @fionamacpa.bsky.social | #Secretary of #State: Sec. Shirley Weber! #GOTV #VOTE #CApol ⚖️
July 3, 2026 at 7:38 PM
🗳️ JOLPOL endorses the following pro- #Justice, #Opportunity, & #Liberty candidates for 11/3 General #Election2026 #Midterms2026:
🗳️ #California: #Governor #CAGOV: @xavierbecerra.bsky.social | #LieutenantGovernor: @fionamacpa.bsky.social | #Secretary of #State: Sec. Shirley Weber! #GOTV #VOTE #CApol ⚖️
🗳️ #California: #Governor #CAGOV: @xavierbecerra.bsky.social | #LieutenantGovernor: @fionamacpa.bsky.social | #Secretary of #State: Sec. Shirley Weber! #GOTV #VOTE #CApol ⚖️
Local health officials thank #CAGov & #CALeg for sustaining investments in #PublicHealth IT systems & CA's disease intervention workforce.
These investments sustain rapid response to disease threats, support life-saving vaccines, & help prevent outbreaks from becoming a crisis.
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These investments sustain rapid response to disease threats, support life-saving vaccines, & help prevent outbreaks from becoming a crisis.
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June 29, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Local health officials thank #CAGov & #CALeg for sustaining investments in #PublicHealth IT systems & CA's disease intervention workforce.
These investments sustain rapid response to disease threats, support life-saving vaccines, & help prevent outbreaks from becoming a crisis.
@governor.ca.gov
These investments sustain rapid response to disease threats, support life-saving vaccines, & help prevent outbreaks from becoming a crisis.
@governor.ca.gov
I too would like Becerra to not be an empty suit but I’d encourage you to lower your expectations. #CAGov
Regardless, the Dem winning margin will likely exceed 2.2 million despite any progressives protests, and doing so would be foolish. Hilton is batshit and shouldn’t even run a McDonalds.
Regardless, the Dem winning margin will likely exceed 2.2 million despite any progressives protests, and doing so would be foolish. Hilton is batshit and shouldn’t even run a McDonalds.
June 23, 2026 at 7:24 PM
I too would like Becerra to not be an empty suit but I’d encourage you to lower your expectations. #CAGov
Regardless, the Dem winning margin will likely exceed 2.2 million despite any progressives protests, and doing so would be foolish. Hilton is batshit and shouldn’t even run a McDonalds.
Regardless, the Dem winning margin will likely exceed 2.2 million despite any progressives protests, and doing so would be foolish. Hilton is batshit and shouldn’t even run a McDonalds.
June 22, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Here at the 22min mark is @kamalaharris.com recent talk w former #CAGov Arnold Schwarzenegger at his #ClimateInitiative conference www.youtube.com/live/ySRoMhk...
LIVE: Arnold Schwarzenegger and Kamala Harris speak at climate summit in Austria
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June 17, 2026 at 12:47 AM
Here at the 22min mark is @kamalaharris.com recent talk w former #CAGov Arnold Schwarzenegger at his #ClimateInitiative conference www.youtube.com/live/ySRoMhk...
Arnold literally cheated on his wife, #MariaShriver during his time as #CAGov w his Latina Housekeeper —who had his child! It was a huge scandal that broke not long after he TermedOut of the #CAGov role. Very Telling that some #DemParty voters are more inclined to “forgive” him than Scandal-Free KH🤦🏽♀️
June 17, 2026 at 12:02 AM
Arnold literally cheated on his wife, #MariaShriver during his time as #CAGov w his Latina Housekeeper —who had his child! It was a huge scandal that broke not long after he TermedOut of the #CAGov role. Very Telling that some #DemParty voters are more inclined to “forgive” him than Scandal-Free KH🤦🏽♀️
PS: I haven’t forgiven Arnold for what he did to my home state. His Cronyism and Deregulatory approach during his time as #CAGov nearly bankrupted #CA’s storied public universities AND he opened the door to #BigTech on the Peninsula. His successor, #JerryBrown literally had to Clean Up behind him.
June 16, 2026 at 11:55 PM
PS: I haven’t forgiven Arnold for what he did to my home state. His Cronyism and Deregulatory approach during his time as #CAGov nearly bankrupted #CA’s storied public universities AND he opened the door to #BigTech on the Peninsula. His successor, #JerryBrown literally had to Clean Up behind him.