Gavin Newsom Rallies Democrats Behind Xavier Becerra After Steve Hilton Secures Runoff Spot: 'Let's Get to Work'

California Governor Gavin Newsom called on Democrats to rally behind gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra after Donald Trump-endorsed Steve Hilton secured a runoff spot. Newsom, who has served as California's governor since 2019, issued his endorsement of Becerra on X Tuesday evening, shortly after fellow Democrat Tom Steyer was edged out of the race. "Congratulations to Xavier Becerra on his hard-fought victory," Newsom wrote. "The son of immigrants. Xavier has spent his career fighting for California families and underserved communities. He has the experience and grift California . . .