Winner of California Governor’s Race Announced

His departure created an opening that Becerra successfully exploited

The former congressman, California attorney general, and Biden administration cabinet secretary centered his campaign on experience and government leadership.

Becerra argued throughout the race that California’s challenges required a leader with a proven record managing complex crises.

At the same time, opponents repeatedly targeted that record

Critics attacked Becerra’s handling of issues ranging from the child migrant crisis to the federal government’s response to the mpox outbreak.

He also faced political fallout after a former chief of staff pleaded guilty to fraud involving campaign funds.

Becerra himself has not been accused of wrongdoing in that matter

Supporters defended his record and argued that many of the attacks were politically motivated.

Former Biden White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain previously told CNN that Becerra inherited difficult situations and worked tirelessly to address them.