Xavier Becerra California Governor Runoff Confirmed in Official State Election Results
SACRAMENTO, April 3, 2025 – The California Secretary of State has officially certified the results of the primary election, confirming that Attorney General Xavier Becerra has advanced to a November runoff in the race for governor. According to a statement released this morning, Becerra secured 32.4 percent of the vote, finishing second in a crowded field of 12 candidates. He will face businessman John Cox, who led with 35.1 percent, in the general election. The runoff, mandated by state law when no candidate secures a majority, marks a pivotal moment in California's political landscape. Becerra, a Democrat, campaigned on healthcare expansion and environmental reform, while Cox, a Republican, focused on economic growth and tax reduction. Analysts predict the November contest will center on budget priorities and housing affordability. Voter turnout for the primary reached 48.7 percent, the highest in a non-presidential cycle since 2018. The general election is scheduled for November 5, 2025.