A new poll shows a major shift in the California governor’s race after former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who was once a frontrunner, dropped out of the election following several allegations of sexual misconduct.
Emerson College conducted the poll right after Swalwell exited the race and Donald Trump endorsed Republicans billionaire Steve Hilton.
According to the new numbers, Xavier Becerra, the former California state attorney general and Health and Human Services Secretary under President Biden, is surging with a seven-point jump since March.
A new poll shows a major shift in the California governor’s race after former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who was once a frontrunner, dropped out of the election following several allegations of sexual misconduct. https://t.co/5hU2GkeDcw
— CBS Sacramento (@CBSSacramento) April 17, 2026
Hilton remains in the lead with 17%, followed by Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco at 14%.
Among Democrats, billionaire Tom Steyer leads the pack with 14%, followed by Becerra and former Rep. Katie Porter at 10% each. San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan sits at 5%.
The survey also shows there are plenty of voters up for grabs as 23% of respondents say they remain undecided.
California runs a “jungle” primary where all candidates compete against each other with the top two heading into the general election.
I’ve been busy fighting for California. And I’m glad you’re here.
Join us — https://t.co/bG1yLJMa3a. pic.twitter.com/Xm6FUrxAId
— Xavier Becerra (@XavierBecerra) April 13, 2026
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