Xavier Becerra has surged to 13% in the California gubernatorial race following the sudden exit of Rep. Eric Swalwell due to sexual assault allegations. This shift creates a path for Becerra among Democrats as he narrows the gap with Republican frontrunners Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco.
ALSO MENTIONED Antonio Villaraigosa, Former Los Angeles Mayor; Betty Yee, Former State Controller; Chad Bianco, Republican gubernatorial candidate; Gavin Newsom, Governor of California; Matt Mahan, San José Mayor and candidate; Steve Hilton, Republican gubernatorial candidate; Tony Thurmond, State Schools Superintendent
