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California unions supported Gray Davis's 1998 gubernatorial campaign, leading to pension and unemployment insurance benefit increases that became unaffordable during the 2008 recession. Jerry Brown later enacted pension reforms in 2012 to address financial shortfalls, but unions now seek to reverse those changes.

California's vote counting process is slow due to its size and mail-in ballot rules, which accept ballots postmarked by Election Day and received up to a week later. Delays have intensified amid rising election denier rhetoric, including claims from President Trump, and have impacted recent primary results for governor and congressional races.

The article titled 'The limits of self-funding: From the Politics Desk' references Tom Steyer in San Francisco on May 26, 2026. It appears to focus on the topic of self-funding within a political context.

Tom Steyer, a self-funded billionaire and Democratic donor, failed to win California's gubernatorial election despite spending $558 million. His campaign faced challenges from the state's 'top two' electoral system and internal party dynamics, including backlash against billionaires. The California Democratic Party prioritized preventing a Republican general election matchup over supporting Steyer.

The California Teachers Association (CTA) and SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West (SEIU-UHW) are competing over state budget allocations, with CTA advocating for education funding through Proposition 98 and SEIU-UHW prioritizing Medi-Cal healthcare spending. Their rivalry extends to political endorsements, with CTA supporting billionaire Tom Steyer and SEIU backing former Attorney General Xavier Becerra in the 2026 gubernatorial race.

Tom Steyer spent $216 million on his gubernatorial campaign but failed to secure enough votes in the primary to advance to the general election.

Tom Steyer spent $216 million on his gubernatorial campaign but failed to secure enough votes in the primary to advance to the November general election. The record-breaking financial investment did not translate into sufficient electoral support.

Xavier Becerra will face Steve Hilton in California's November governor's race after Tom Steyer was eliminated. Becerra is positioned to become California’s first Latino governor in modern history, with a likely victory in the heavily Democratic state.

Tom Steyer endorsed Democrat Xavier Becerra after conceding the California gubernatorial primary. Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton secured the top two spots, advancing to the general election.

Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra have advanced to California's November governor election. Becerra received 2,355,626 votes (27.9%), while Hilton secured 2,108,641 votes (25%). Billionaire Tom Steyer, who received 1,905,742 votes (22.6%), conceded the race and endorsed Becerra.

Tom Steyer conceded California’s governor race after lacking enough votes to advance. Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra will face off in November. California’s jungle primary system pits all candidates together, with the top two advancing regardless of party.

Tom Steyer ended his California governor campaign after failing to advance in the jungle primary. Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra will face each other in the November general election. Steyer spent over $200 million on his campaign and accused corporate interests of influencing the race through opposition spending.

Tom Steyer's second bid for elected office, which cost over $200 million, has ended. He was a gubernatorial candidate who spoke at an election night event in San Francisco on June 2, 2026.

Xavier Becerra, a former Health and Human Services Secretary under President Joe Biden, and Steve Hilton, a conservative former Fox News host, will compete in California's gubernatorial runoff. Tom Steyer, a billionaire philanthropist, was edged out of the primary, with Becerra's campaign benefiting from high-profile endorsements and the exit of Rep. Eric Swalwell after sexual misconduct allegations.

Republican Steve Hilton will face Democrat Xavier Becerra in the November California governor election after securing 25% of the primary vote. Hilton, endorsed by Donald Trump, promises tax cuts and deregulation, while billionaire Tom Steyer was eliminated after spending $215 million on his campaign. California's top-two primary system advanced the two leading candidates regardless of party affiliation.

Republican Steve Hilton, backed by President Donald Trump, has secured one of the two tickets to the November California gubernatorial election. The race includes Democratic candidates Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer, with Hilton aiming to become the first California Republican to win a gubernatorial election since 2006.

Republican Steve Hilton, backed by President Donald Trump, has secured one of two tickets to the November California gubernatorial election. The race includes Democratic candidates Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer as Hilton's top rivals, with no clear frontrunner due to the absence of bids from former Vice President Kamala Harris and Sen. Alex Padilla.

Steve Hilton secured the second spot in the California governor race, defeating Tom Steyer. Xavier Becerra is also mentioned in the context of the race.

Right-wing figures and Donald Trump promoted unfounded claims of voter fraud in California after the primary election, despite no evidence. Republican candidates initially led in vote counts but later saw their positions shift as more ballots were processed. Trump accused California officials of 'cheating' during a 'Meet the Press' interview, while others, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, echoed baseless allegations of election irregularities.

Tom Steyer achieved a political miracle in San Francisco despite likely not winning. The article also mentions Aaron Peskin's comments on Lurie’s popularity and Saikat Chakrabarti being a nice boss.

Steve Hilton criticized Democrats for making California unaffordable, citing high taxes, homelessness, and government dysfunction. He is running for governor against Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer, with early vote counts suggesting he may secure a spot in the November runoff.

Xavier Becerra advanced to the California governor general election after emphasizing his 35 years in public office. His main rivals are Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer. Becerra would be the first Latino to hold the office since the late 1800s.

Xavier Becerra will advance to the November general election as the FBI announced ongoing election fraud investigations in California. Tom Steyer and Raman are moving closer to second place in the gubernatorial race.

Xavier Becerra advanced to the general election in California's gubernatorial race after a primary victory. He will face either Democrat Tom Steyer or Republican Steve Hilton in November, with election officials still counting ballots to determine the opponent.

Xavier Becerra advanced to the November general election in California’s gubernatorial race after a crowded primary. Election officials are still counting ballots to determine whether he will face Democrat Tom Steyer or Republican Steve Hilton in the fall.

Xavier Becerra advanced to the general election for California governor after emphasizing his 35 years of public service. His main rivals were Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Tom Steyer. Becerra's campaign gained momentum after Rep. Eric Swalwell dropped out due to sexual assault allegations, and he faces scrutiny over his leadership during the pandemic and migrant children crisis.

Xavier Becerra advanced to the California governor general election after emphasizing his 35 years in public office. He faces Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Tom Steyer, with the latter spending $215 million on his campaign. Becerra would be the first Latino governor in California since the late 1800s.

Xavier Becerra advances to the November general election for California governor after securing nearly 27% of the primary vote. His Republican opponent remains uncertain as Steve Hilton leads with over 26% of votes counted, though Tom Steyer has not conceded. California's top-two primary system will determine the final matchup, with Becerra potentially facing either Hilton or Steyer.

California's delayed election results stem from its vote-by-mail system and four structural factors: mass mail voting, a seven-day post-Election Day ballot receipt window, a 22-day cure period for signature issues, and high provisional ballot volumes. Delays affect races like the Los Angeles mayoral contest and state jungle primary, with counting expected to continue through June 15.

Spencer Pratt's lead over Nithya Raman in the Los Angeles mayoral race narrowed, while Steve Hilton fell behind Tom Steyer in the California gubernatorial contest. Both Republican candidates are losing ground to their Democratic opponents in the latest ballot count.

Spencer Pratt's lead over Nithya Raman in the Los Angeles mayoral race narrowed, while Republican Steve Hilton fell behind Democrat Tom Steyer in the gubernatorial contest. Both candidates trail frontrunner Xavier Becerra, who saw increased support in the latest vote count.

Spencer Pratt's lead over Nithya Raman in the Los Angeles mayoral race narrowed as Raman gained over 10,000 votes in the latest count. Republican Steve Hilton maintained a lead in the California governor's race over Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer. The elections follow devastating wildfires and are framed as a test for progressive leadership.

Spencer Pratt's lead over Nithya Raman in the Los Angeles mayoral race narrowed in the latest vote count, while Steve Hilton maintained his lead in the California gubernatorial race. Karen Bass secured enough votes to advance to the November general election.

California governor’s race remains too close to call as vote-counting continues, with Steve Hilton leading followed by Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer. Experts warn primary vote-counting could take days in key races, including the governor’s race and congressional contests.

The California governor’s race remains too close to call as vote-counting continues, with Steve Hilton leading narrowly, followed by Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer. Experts warn primary vote-counting could extend for days in the governor’s race, LA mayoral race, and congressional races.

California's gubernatorial primary is criticized for producing chaotic outcomes due to low-turnout primaries and fragmented fields. Democratic candidate Xavier Becerra trails Republican Steve Hilton, while billionaire Tom Steyer is third. The article highlights concerns about the system's reliability and proposes ranked-choice voting as a solution.

Xavier Becerra (D) has advanced to the general election for California governor. Steve Hilton (R) and Tom Steyer (D) are competing for the second spot in the November election.

Xavier Becerra is projected to advance to the November general election in California's governor's race after narrowly trailing Republican Steve Hilton by about 8,700 votes in the primary. Becerra's campaign highlighted support from working families and unions, while Democratic billionaire Tom Steyer remained in third place. The race remains close as late Democratic votes could influence the outcome.

Xavier Becerra, a Democratic gubernatorial candidate, is projected to advance to the November general election runoff in California after narrowly trailing Republican frontrunner Steve Hilton by approximately 8,700 votes in the primary, according to NBC News. Late ballots, which favor Democratic voters, are expected to solidify Becerra's position, with his campaign celebrating the outcome as a significant milestone.

Xavier Becerra (D) has advanced to November's general election in the race to become California's next governor. Steve Hilton (R) and Tom Steyer (D) are competing for the second spot in the election.