Episode
California Governor Race Turns Wild
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- May 31, 2026
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- 118
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Summary
California’s governor race has turned into a wild ride, defying every prediction along the way. With top Democrats like Kamala Harris and Alex Padilla staying out, fears of a GOP win loomed — until Eric Swalwell’s campaign collapsed, sending Xavier Becerra from underdog to frontrunner almost overnight. Now, Becerra faces billionaire Tom Steyer in a Democratic showdown that could reshape California politics. Katie Porter’s fall, the party’s fractured unity, and Republican strategy shifts have all fueled this unpredictable race — where even the most seasoned players are reacting to chaos, not controlling it. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5212460a6f85ad81