California election results: Latest on governor, House, LA mayor primaries

California’s June primary elections set the stage for November’s midterms, with voters selecting candidates for governor, Los Angeles mayor, and all 52 U.S. House districts. The state’s open primary system means the top two finishers in each race—regardless of party—will advance to the general election, potentially altering party dynamics in Washington. In the governor’s race, Republican Steve Hilton led with 27.8% of the vote, followed by incumbent Democrat Xavier Becerra at 25.4% and Democrat Tom Steyer with 19.6%. With 58% of votes counted, the top two candidates will face off in November, though the final outcome remained unclear. The Los Angeles mayoral race saw incumbent Karen Bass secure 34.8% of the vote, advancing to a runoff against either Spencer Pratt (30.4%) or Nithya Raman (22.3%). The runoff will determine the city’s next mayor, as no candidate won a majority in the primary. California’s congressional races drew attention due to the state’s 52 House seats, which could influence the chamber’s majority. Redistricting efforts and Democratic gains in key districts may shift the balance, with results expected to reflect voter response to partisan gerrymandering in states like Texas. The primary also highlighted California’s unique open primary system, where intraparty competition extends to the general election. Analysts noted the state’s results could signal broader trends in Democratic strategy ahead of November. With final tallies pending, the elections set the stage for a pivotal fall campaign, where California’s outcomes may resonate nationally.