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General Election
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Prediction market probabilities from Kalshi, updated as market prices change. Last updated Oct 30, 2026, 3:58 PM UTC.
source: Kalshi
Compare the candidates' live odds and polling averages. Updated .
| Candidate | Live odds | Poll average |
|---|---|---|
| 97% | 56.7% | |
| 3% | 36.5% |
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Recent reporting and announcements directly related to this race and its candidates.
Becerra remains the front-runner in recent polling and coverage as the race heads toward a Sept. 30 debate. Hilton is trying to close the gap with attacks on campaign money and new policy proposals. The June primary results still show Becerra ahead of Hilton. The latest coverage mostly reinforces Becerra’s lead and keeps Hilton in catch-up mode. The debate could shift sentiment, but the current news leans slightly toward Becerra.
California gubernatorial hopeful Xavier Becerra touted his identity to contrast himself with Gavin Newsom, but faced criticism over his background.
Teams will appear at election offices in the Sacramento area, the Central Valley, Orange County and the San Diego suburbs.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton blasted Democratic rival Xavier Becerra for opening the door to a mileage tax that could cost California drivers another $1K a year.
The California Post endorses Republican Steve Hilton for governor over Xavier Becerra, backing his plan for zero income tax up to $150,000.
President Donald Trump's involvement in this year's midterm elections has moved from rhetoric to reality.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton rallied supporters in the Los Angeles area Wednesday with the election just days away — as his Dem frontrunner rival skipped public events.
Support for California's billionaire tax initiative, Proposition 40, has slipped, with a new poll finding the measure trails by 6 percentage points.
California Democratic candidate Xavier Becerra is pulling away from Republican rival Steve Hilton in the governor’s race, with a 24-point margin, according to a new gubernatorial poll.
Polling results and averages based on polls published between Sep 15, 2026 and Oct 25, 2026.
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Campaign finance totals for the 2026 cycle, including money raised, spent and cash on hand.
N. ShanahanNicole Shanahan
E. SwalwellEric Swalwell
A. PadillaAlex Padilla
E. AgarwalEthan Agarwal
K. PorterKatie PorterX. BecerraXavier BecerraSource: FEC
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