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What Would Democrat Xavier Becerra Prioritize If Elected Governor?

Democrat Xavier Becerra walks through his day one priorities if elected governor.
Marisa LagosScott Shafer
Xavier Becerra, Democratic gubernatorial candidate, speaks with KQED politics editor Steve Schafer and reporter Marisa Lagos during political breakdown at KQED in San Francisco on Oct. 30, 2026. (Gina Castro/KQED)

Xavier Becerra is poised to become California’s next governor. The former Health and Human Services Secretary emerged victorious from a messy primary that pitted him against a long list of fellow Democrats. He was stuck in single digits but surged after former Rep. Eric Swalwell dropped out amid allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. 

Since June, Becerra has had an easy sprint to the Nov. 3 election, with recent polls showing him at least 25 points ahead of his opponent, Republican Steve Hilton.

Becerra joins Marisa and Scott in studio to discuss his plan for the state if he is elected next week.

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