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Trump and the high cost of living loom over California governor's race between Becerra and Hilton
Trump and cost-of-living issues shape California governor's race between Becerra and Hilton.
Context
What happened: The California governor's race between Becerra and Hilton is shaped by Trump and the high cost of living. The winner succeeds Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, who cannot seek a third term but is considering a White House run.
Why it matters: Newsom's possible White House run adds a national dimension to the race to replace him in California.
What changed
The California governor's race between Becerra and Hilton is shaped by Trump and the high cost of living. The winner succeeds Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, who cannot seek a third term but is considering a White House run.
Why it matters
Newsom's possible White House run adds a national dimension to the race to replace him in California.