Becerra and Hilton Lead in California Governor Primary, Steyer Third
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Early returns in California's gubernatorial primary show Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton leading, with Tom Steyer in third place. All three leading candidates have pledged to enhance the state's film and TV tax credit program. The final results will be certified within 30 days as counties continue to count ballots.
Facts First
- Steve Hilton leads with 26.6% of the vote in early partial returns
- Xavier Becerra follows closely with 25.9%
- Tom Steyer holds third place with 19.7%
- All three top candidates have promised to expand the California film and TV tax credit
- Final certification of the election may take up to 30 days
What Happened
With just over half of California's precincts reporting partial returns, Steve Hilton leads with 26.6% of the vote. Xavier Becerra follows closely with 25.9%. Hedge fund billionaire Tom Steyer is in third place with 19.7%. Matt Mahan and Katie Porter are trailing these leading contenders.
Why this Matters to You
If you work in California's film and television industry, the outcome of this primary could directly affect your job prospects and the state's investment in entertainment production. Each of the leading contenders has promised to enhance the California film and TV tax credit if elected. Steve Hilton has pledged to eliminate the $750 million cap on the program, which could lead to more projects being funded in the state. Xavier Becerra stated he would gather industry stakeholders early in his term for an entertainment summit, which may open a channel for shaping future policy.
What's Next
California can take up to 30 days to certify election results while counties verify signatures and tabulate late-arriving mail ballots. All ballots must be postmarked by election day to be counted. The final certified results will determine which candidates advance to the general election.