D +21.5 across 2 nonpartisan polls of this matchup
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2026 · GovernorThe Baseline average
Xavier Becerra vs. Steve Hilton
California · General election, November 3, 2026
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Recent nonpartisan polls
| Pollster | Field date | Sample | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies ↗ | Aug 9, 2026 | 2,310 likely voters | Xavier Becerra 55% · Steve Hilton 37% |
| Kreate Strategies ↗ | Jun 17, 2026 | 900 likely voters | Xavier Becerra 58% · Steve Hilton 33% |
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