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California Governor — 2026
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Last updated: October 16, 2026. Unofficial information. Not affiliated with any government or election authority. Confirm with your official election office (California Secretary of State — Elections).
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Polls close at 8:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Cal. Elec. Code § 14212
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| Candidate | Party | Votes | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
Xavier Becerra Ballotpedia
| DEM | — | — |
Steve Hilton Ballotpedia
| REP | — | — |
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