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Becerra Joins Gubernatorial Debate After Swalwell Exits

4/17/2026

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Xavier Becerra and Matt Mahan qualified for California's gubernatorial primary debate after Eric Swalwell exited amid sexual assault allegations.
Becerra surged to 10% support and will join Steve Hilton, Chad Bianco, Tom Steyer, and Katie Porter in the debate.
Recent polling shows Hilton leading at 17%, Bianco at 14%, Steyer tied with Becerra, and 23% undecided, as the primary is scheduled for June 2 amid Democrats' vote-splitting concerns.

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Xavier Becerra and Matt Mahan qualified for California's gubernatorial primary debate after Eric Swalwell exited amid sexual assault allegations.
Becerra surged to 10% support and will join Steve Hilton, Chad Bianco, Tom Steyer, and Katie Porter in the debate.
Recent polling shows Hilton leading at 17%, Bianco at 14%, Steyer tied with Becerra, and 23% undecided, as the primary is scheduled for June 2 amid Democrats' vote-splitting concerns.