Former Health Secretary Xavier Becerra has officially announced his candidacy for California governor, entering a competitive race shaped by potential candidates, including Kamala Harris. Becerra brings extensive government experience but acknowledges the acute affordability crisis in California, stating, 'the California Dream is slipping away.' With a field already full of Democratic contenders like Katie Porter and Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, Becerra's candidacy adds pressure, especially if Harris decides to compete for the governorship, a possibility that could alter the political landscape significantly.
Xavier Becerra, former Health Secretary, joins California's gubernatorial race, emphasizing the state’s affordability crisis in a crowded Democratic field.
With Becerra's entrance, the race for California governor intensifies, especially if Kamala Harris, who has not ruled out a run, decides to enter.
In an announcement detailing his candidacy, Becerra stated that the California Dream is slipping away due to high living costs affecting working families.
The Democratic field includes notable names like Katie Porter and Eleni Kounalakis, but the dynamic may shift drastically if Harris decides to run.
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