Voters across several states headed to the polls Tuesday in one of the busiest primary election days of the 2026 cycle, selecting nominees for high-profile gubernatorial, Senate and local races as candidates campaigned on issues ranging from affordability and trade to immigration and public safety.
In California, the race to succeed term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom remained too close to call as vote counting continued. Early tallying showed Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra leading the crowded field, with Democratic businessman Tom Steyer also remaining competitive, according to election results reported by Reuters and statewide election tallies.
