California Governor’s Race Intensifies

California’s governor’s race is exploding into a high-stakes showdown with 61 candidates, but the real drama centers on a handful of heavyweights. In a jungle primary system, the top two advance regardless of party—setting up a nail-biting general election. Democratic frontrunners include seasoned Attorney General Xavier Becerra, Silicon Valley-friendly mayor Matt Mahan, fiery Congresswoman Katie Porter, and pragmatic ex-L.A. mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. On the GOP side, Trump-endorsed Steve Hilton and crime-focused sheriff Chad Bianco are pushing hard. Billionaire Tom Steyer is also throwing his money and progressive vision into the mix. With California’s future hanging in the b...