Republican businessman and commentator Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra are leading in California's gubernatorial primary, according to early returns reported by multiple news outlets. The two candidates appear positioned to advance to a November runoff for the state's governorship.
Hilton, described by the Financial Times as a former UK political adviser, emerged as the frontrunner in the closely watched primary, according to Newsmax. The outlet reported that Hilton is leading the race to secure one of two spots in November's general election.
Variety reported that early returns show both Hilton and Becerra leading the race for California governor as they seek to advance to a November runoff. Tom Steyer trailed in third place, according to the outlet's reporting on initial results.
It may take days before final results are determined, as vote counting continues across the state, Variety noted. The extended timeline for results reflects the ongoing vote-counting process in California.
California held its primary on Tuesday, joining Iowa, New Jersey, New Mexico, Montana, and South Dakota in conducting key elections that day, according to Al Jazeera's coverage of primary election results. The outlet reported on the multiple states holding primaries on Tuesday.
The Financial Times reported that Hilton, the ex-UK political adviser, is expected to face Becerra in November's general election. Under California's electoral system, the top two vote-getters in the primary advance to the runoff, regardless of party affiliation.
According to El Pais, the November election carries implications for the state's political direction. A victory for Becerra in November would signal continuity in the confrontational approach toward Trump, the outlet reported. A win for Hilton would mark a shift toward a conservative agenda, El Pais stated.
The gubernatorial race has drawn attention as voters determine who will lead California's government. As results continue to be tallied, both campaigns await final vote counts to confirm their advancement to the November runoff.
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