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California gubernatorial candidates pounce on Becerra at debate

The Hill · May 6, 2026, 4:15 AM · Also reported by 1 other source

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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

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