5 Key Moments During the California Governor Debate NYT > U.S. News Von: Laurel Rosenhall and Soumya Karlamangla 15. Mai 2026 um 05:06 Candidates have become increasingly combative as they enter the final stretch before the June 2 primary. Once again, Xavier Becerra, a Democratic front-runner, drew most of the attacks. © Carlos Barria/ReutersSeven leading candidates for California governor took part in a debate in San Francisco on Thursday.