Ex-UK political aide and Biden cabinet secretary lead California governor primary vote count

The California gubernatorial primary remains undecided, with Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra leading a crowded field. The race has been marked by high spending and the withdrawal of prominent candidates, leaving the final outcome to be determined by a large volume of postal ballots.
Why it matters
The outcome of this race will determine the leadership of the most populous US state and reflects broader political shifts within the Democratic and Republican parties.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Shaimaa Khalil , Los Angeles correspondent and Kayla Epstein Los Angeles Times via Getty Images Steve Hilton (left) and Xavier Becerra are in the lead The California governor s race remains up in the air a day after the primary vote, with British-American former TV host Steve Hilton and onetime Biden cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra at the top of a crowded field.
The report provides a balanced overview of the candidates and the state of the race without favoring a specific party.
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