The latest polls in California reveal Xavier Becerra is significantly ahead of Steve Hilton in the race to succeed Gavin Newsom. Becerra currently leads Hilton by over 20 percentage points, signaling a growing gap between the candidates. The polls were conducted ahead of the November 3rd election. This substantial lead positions Becerra as the strong frontrunner for the governorship. Analysts suggest Becerra’s momentum is driven by strong support within the Democratic party. Hilton faces a challenging path to close the gap in the remaining weeks of the campaign. The election results will determine who will govern California following Newsom's departure.