Xavier Becerra, the former U.S. Secretary of Health under President Biden, is advancing in the race for California governor following the primary election. Reports indicate that Becerra will be one of the two candidates moving forward to the November election. He previously served as California's attorney general and is now competing against either Republican Steve Hilton or Democrat Tom Steyer for the governorship. The counting of ballots in California, which has around 23 million registered voters, is ongoing and may take weeks due to a high volume of mail-in ballots. Becerra's campaign emphasizes his extensive political experience and commitment to addressing issues affecting Californians, including a promise to freeze insurance and utility rates. If elected, he would make history as California's first Latino governor since 1875, in a state where Latinos make up approximately 41% of the population. The gubernatorial race has become the most expensive in California's history, driven by significant advertising expenditures from candidates, particularly Steyer and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan. Becerra's path was aided by the exit of Rep. Eric Swalwell from the race, which has led to a more fragmented Democratic field.