# Election of a new Governor of California, 2026

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**Category:** Politics & Elections\
**Created:** [April 3, 2026, 3:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/election-of-a-new-governor-of-california-2026/1028986 "2026-04-03T03:51:17Z")\
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**Post date:** [June 5, 2026, 7:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/election-of-a-new-governor-of-california-2026/1028986/295 "2026-06-05T19:13:06Z")

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> [@DrDeth](#):
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> If Becerra overtakes Hilton again, that would be meaningless

This is true. Steyer catching up and dropping Hilton to third would be a real shake-up though. As a procrastinator in California, I know I am not alone. I used a drop box on Monday night. It depends on how many people put their ballots in the mail instead at the last minute.

> **[California Primary Election Results](https://dp.electionresults.sos.ca.gov/unprocessed-ballots-status)**
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> California Primary Election Results, June 2, 2026.

390,000 and counting Vote-By-Mail Ballots Received after Election Day thru E+7 as of noon today.

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