Takeaways from the first California governor’s debate since Eric Swalwell’s exit
Six candidates debated in California's gubernatorial election, with Democrats targeting President Trump and Republicans criticizing the state's Democratic leadership. The top two candidates will advance to a head-to-head matchup in the fall.
Six candidates, four Democrats and two Republicans, participated in California's gubernatorial debate. The Democrats largely targeted President Trump, while the Republicans criticized the state's Democratic leadership and outgoing Governor Gavin Newsom. The debate occurred two weeks after former Rep. Eric Swalwell exited the race due to sexual misconduct allegations. California's election is primarily conducted by mail, with ballots being sent to voters starting May 4. The top two candidates will advance to a head-to-head matchup in the fall. Republican Steve Hilton received an endorsement from President Trump, but another GOP contender, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, remains in the race.
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