Steve Hilton’s Chances of Beating Becerra to Flip California: New Poll
A new UC Berkeley poll shows Democrat Xavier Becerra leading Republican Steve Hilton by 21 points in the California gubernatorial race. The poll highlights strong partisan loyalty, with Becerra maintaining a significant advantage among independent voters.
Why it matters
The poll illustrates the deep partisan divide in California politics and the uphill battle Republican candidates face in the state's current electoral landscape.
0 Share Newsweek is a Trust Project member See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Democrat Xavier Becerra enters the general election for California governor with a commanding lead over Republican Steve Hilton, according to a new poll.
The article relies on polling data and provides context for both candidates' support bases without taking a side.
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