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Top takeaways from fiery, at times ugly, California governor debate on CNN
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Top takeaways from fiery, at times ugly, California governor debate on CNN

LA Times · May 6, 2026, 6:46 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Democrat Xavier Becerra's rapid rise in California's race for governor made him a ripe and constant target during a combative nationally televised debate Tuesday evening. It was his first real test in a high-stakes race that remains unpredictable and highly volatile.

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