9 Counties to Watch in the California Governor’s Race NYT | Top Stories Christine Zhang 3 June 2026 at 10:55 The race might not be called on election night, but these counties could provide signals for what lies ahead. © The New York Times
Polls of California Governor’s Race Show a Clear Top 3 NYT | Top Stories Caroline Soler 3 June 2026 at 07:10 Xavier Becerra, Tom Steyer and Steve Hilton have consistently led the field in California’s nonpartisan primary, where the top two finishers advance. © Gabriela Bhaskar/The New York Times
California Primary Elections: What to Watch in the Governor’s Race, L.A. Mayoral Race and More NYT | Top Stories Laurel Rosenhall and Shane Goldmacher 2 June 2026 at 17:02 The race to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom has been unpredictable for months, while Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles is trying to fend off two challengers. © Benjamin Fanjoy/Getty ImagesElection workers sort ballots at Contra Costa County’s election operations facility in Martinez, Calif.
He Was Satirized on British TV. Now He’s Trump’s Pick to Lead California. NYT | Top Stories Danny Hakim, Stephen Castle and Laurel Rosenhall 31 May 2026 at 17:01 Steve Hilton grabbed headlines when he worked in conservative politics in Britain. His American political renaissance in the California governor’s race has bemused former British colleagues and rivals. © Gabriela Bhaskar/The New York Times