Becerra Jumps Into the California Governor Race

A new contender has entered the 2026 California governor race, adding more intrigue as people wait for Kamala Harris to decide if she’s going to toss her pantsuit into the ring for the coveted position. Xavier Becerra, 67, the former health and human services secretary in President Joe Biden’s administration, made his intentions known on Wednesday, April 2, saying in a statement, “The California Dream is slipping away.”

Becerra Jumps Into the California Governor Race

Gov. Gavin Newsom is preparing his swan song as his term-limited time in office is ending, but Democrats aren’t exactly lining up to vie for the position. At least not until they hear from Harris what she plans to do. Becerra, though, said he will remain in the race no matter what the former VP eventually decides and despite their longtime working relationship.

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