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Xavier Becerra projected winner in California governor's race
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Key Points:
- Xavier Becerra, a Democrat and former California attorney general and U.S. Health and Human Services secretary, is projected to win the race for California governor.
- Becerra led Republican Steve Hilton by a wide margin in pre-election polls ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections.
- In his victory speech, Becerra celebrated the win with chants of “Sí, se puede,” emphasizing his immigrant roots and commitment to California’s future.
- Becerra outlined goals including a potential new income tax on the wealthy, a healthcare fee for major companies, and changes to the state's high-speed rail project.
- Governor Gavin Newsom is term-limited and could not run again, opening the path for Becerra’s candidacy.
