Xavier Becerra’s ‘California dream’ faces reality check as governor’s mansion beckons

Former US representative, health secretary and state attorney general is a shoo-in after a stunning comeback victory in primary It was Tuesday, and the man poised to be the next governor of California wanted to talk about Donald Trump. Xavier Becerra had come to Guelaguetza restaurant in Los Angeles to talk about Trump’s attacks on voting in the state, but instead found himself answering questions about a presidential provocation of a different order. Continue reading...

Lauren Gambino in Los Angeles · Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 8:00 AM
California | The Guardian

Xavier Becerra’s ‘California dream’ faces reality check as governor’s mansion beckons

Former US representative, health secretary and state attorney general is a shoo-in after a stunning comeback victory in primary

It was Tuesday, and the man poised to be the next governor of California wanted to talk about Donald Trump.

Xavier Becerra had come to Guelaguetza restaurant in Los Angeles to talk about Trump’s attacks on voting in the state, but instead found himself answering questions about a presidential provocation of a different order.

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