As Becerra Rises in Polls, He Draws Fire for Trying to Direct Interview
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Xavier Becerra, a leading Democrat in the California governor’s race and former state attorney general and Biden administration health secretary, remains relatively unknown to many voters.
- A viral clip showed Becerra attempting to influence a TV reporter's interview, asking if it was a "profile piece" rather than a "gotcha" interview, which sparked widespread criticism.
- The reporter, Annie Rose Ramos of KTLA, defended her questions as fair and aimed at helping voters learn about Becerra as a candidate.
- Becerra’s campaign responded by emphasizing his willingness to face tough questions and support journalists’ rights, contrasting him with other candidates in the race.
- The incident gained significant attention on social media and was used by Becerra’s opponents to challenge his candidacy.