Episode

California Races to Watch as Election Results Roll In

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Political Breakdown
Published
Jun 3, 2026
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1698
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Summary

California’s primary election results are trickling in, but many races remain too early to call. KQED’s politics team digs into the early numbers in the governor’s race, where Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra lead with Democrat Tom Steyer in third place. Plus: competitive congressional races, the insurance commissioner’s contest and the Los Angeles mayor’s race. Track the latest election results here. For more information on the races and ballot measures in California’s June 2 primary election, check out ⁠KQED’s Voter Guide⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices