California Waits as Becerra-Hilton Race Takes Shape — June 08, 2026

California governor’s race remains in ballot-counting limbo after the June 2 primary, with Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton leading and Tom Steyer still chasing. The delayed count is testing voter patience, Trump’s fraud claims, and the top-two system’s promise. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Latest on California governor election as public awaits results - Yahoo News Canada — Yahoo News Canada https://ca.news.yahoo.com/latest-california-governor-election-public-100700262.html 2. Step Back: Becerra could become California’s first elected Latino governor in a state that’s nearly 40% Latino — why has that taken so long, and what would make that milestone politically meaningful beyond the headline? — KQED 3. Calmatters: The Top-Two Primary Was Supposed To Change California Politics. Did It Flop? — SF Gate https://www.sfgate.com/news/bayarea/article/calmatters-the-top-two-primary-was-supposed-to-22292387.php Follow and rate California Governor's Race on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email [email protected]