Son of Mexican immigrants will become state’s first Latino governor since 1875 after victory over ex-Fox News host Steve Hilton

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Xavier Becerra, the Democratic former health and human services secretary, was elected governor of California, marking the historic ascension of a longtime public servant who has vowed to resist Donald Trump’s agenda for the final two years of his presidency.

Becerra, 68, is the son of Mexican immigrants and will become California’s first Latino governor since 1875, a milestone in a state where more than 40% of residents are Latino and nearly one in two children has an immigrant parent. Becerra was the overwhelming favorite to defeat Steve Hilton, the Republican endorsed by Trump.

The debate is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. PST (9 p.m. EST) and will be between Democratic nominee Xavier Becerra and Republican nominee Steve Hilton. Unfortunately, a non-paywalled streaming link will not be available; the debate will be on CNN.

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ABC10: California Governor Race: Latest poll numbers ahead of CNN debate | A new California gubernatorial poll from PPIC shows Xavier Becerra leading with 60% support, followed by Steve Hilton at 38%, with the CNN debate Wednesday night.

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