As of June 10, 2026, no credible news reports or official filings confirm that Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton will face off in the California governor's race. The current governor, Gavin Newsom, has not announced plans to step down, and no recall election is scheduled for 2026.
Xavier Becerra currently serves as U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services under President Joe Biden, a position he has held since 2021. Steve Hilton, a former adviser to UK Prime Minister David Cameron and a Fox News contributor, has not declared a candidacy for California governor in 2026.
California's next gubernatorial election is scheduled for November 2026, but no major candidates have formally entered the race as of this date. The article's claims appear to be unsubstantiated.
