Becerra Stumbles as Steyer’s Money Reshapes the Race — May 04, 2026

Becerra’s health-care retreat and campaign-adjacent ethics questions are giving rivals new openings, while Steyer’s self-funded push and Chevron-money fights show how fast California’s governor’s race is becoming a test of money, trust, and purity politics. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Xavier Becerra Backpedals on Single Payer as He Woos Powerful Doctors’ Lobby | KQED — KQED https://www.kqed.org/news/12082059/xavier-becerra-backpedals-on-single-payer-as-he-woos-powerful-doctors-lobby 2. Political firm with ties to people accused of stealing from Xavier Becerra is supporting his bid for governor — KCRA https://www.kcra.com/article/xavier-becerra-bearstar-supporting-bid-for-governor/71181747 3. PRIMARY ‘26: Billionaire Steyer goes all in for California’s gubernatorial race (with video) – City Times — Azriel Castaneda https://sdcitytimes.com/news/2026/05/01/primary-26-steyer-introduction/ 4. Steyer criticizes Chevron money but allies also benefit | Sacramento Bee — Sacramento Bee https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article315586981.html 5. From the desk of…Another televised debate, another missed chance to clear up California’s unsettled governor’s race – The Ukiah Daily Journal — The Ukiah Daily Journal https://www.ukiahdailyjournal.com/2026/05/01/from-the-desk-of-another-televised-debate-another-missed-chance-to-clear-up-californias-unsettled-governors-race/ Follow and rate California Governor's Race on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email [email protected]