POLITICSJun 4 · 20:35 UTCTHE ATLANTICMark Leibovich

California Democrats Avoided the Worst-Case Scenario

California's jungle primary for governor shows Trump-endorsed Republican Steve Hilton leading, with Democrats Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer in second and third. Democrats avoided a 'Blue Armageddon' scenario where multiple Republican candidates could advance, but face ongoing challenges in uniting their base.

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