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Becerra Leads California Race; Economy Tops Voter Concerns

5/15/2026

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Xavier Becerra leads the California governor’s race with 19% support among likely primary voters, per the Emerson College poll.
Undecided voters dropped to 12.1% from 23% in the prior poll, narrowing the field.
The economy tops concerns for 42% of likely voters, with housing affordability at 21%.
U.S. President Donald Trump has a 67.6% disapproval rating, while Governor Gavin Newsom holds 43.4% approval.

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Xavier Becerra leads the California governor’s race with 19% support among likely primary voters, per the Emerson College poll.
Undecided voters dropped to 12.1% from 23% in the prior poll, narrowing the field.
The economy tops concerns for 42% of likely voters, with housing affordability at 21%.
U.S. President Donald Trump has a 67.6% disapproval rating, while Governor Gavin Newsom holds 43.4% approval.