Xavier Becerra secures spot in California governor’s general election

Becerra advanced to the general election after emerging from California’s crowded primary field in the race to succeed Gavin Newsom

Xavier Becerra has advanced to the November general election in California’s gubernatorial race, cementing a stunning come-from-behind primary victory in one of California’s most turbulent campaign seasons in recent memory.

Election officials are continuing to count ballots to determine whether he will face fellow Democratic Tom Steyer or Republican Steve Hilton in the fall.