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Steve Hilton Wins Second Spot in California Governor Race, Beating Tom Steyer

10 June 2026 at 01:47
Steve Hilton, a Republican endorsed by President Trump, will face Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, in the general election. Tom Steyer, another Democrat, will not advance.

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Xavier Becerra, left, and Steve Hilton.

Doris Matsui to Face Mai Vang in General Election for Sacramento House Seat

10 June 2026 at 00:13
Mai Vang, a progressive member of the Sacramento City Council, will challenge Ms. Matsui, the 81-year-old incumbent, in the general election.

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Representative Doris Matsui at the state Democratic convention in February.

Why It Takes California So Long to Count Votes

Experts say speeding up the count in California would take more resources, but also scaling back rules that expand voting access.

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Ballots are sorted the day after California’s primary election at the Los Angeles County Ballot Processing Center in City of Industry, Calif., on Wednesday.
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