Becerra, Hilton to debate days before mail ballots
By The BriefBrief
Days before California voters receive their mail-in ballots, gubernatorial candidates Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton will take part in a nationally televised debate. The face-off is scheduled shortly ahead of the mail ballot delivery, setting up the final push for voters.
WHO:Xavier Becerra (Democrat) and Steve Hilton (Republican)
WHAT:Becerra and Hilton will debate in a nationally televised face-off for the governor’s race.
WHEN:Reported Sep 8, 2026 at 9:01 AM ET
WHERE:California
WHY:Routine/scheduled item — no distinct cause reported beyond the event itself.
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