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Several gubernatorial candidates, including Gavin Newsom and Tom Steyer, debated for the governorship of California.

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  1. Funding sources are influencing the policy platforms of the two candidates.
  2. Xavier Becerra is involved in a rivalry for the Democratic front-running nomination through gubernatorial campaign pitches.
  3. Undisclosed influencer payments by Steyer's campaign trigger legislative action requiring Newsom's decision.
  4. Meta and Airbnb contributed to the campaign fund for Becerra's PAC, alongside DaVita.

How it started

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What happened

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Several gubernatorial candidates, including Gavin Newsom and Tom Steyer, debated for the governorship of California.

Who's involved

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Gavin NewsomTom SteyerSteve Hilton

How it developed

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  1. Tom Steyer used influencers to promote his gubernatorial primary bid against Gavin Newsom.Sub-event
  2. While campaigning, gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton was involved in a comprehensive audit of voter rolls in L.A. County, called out by Newsom.Sub-event
  3. The 2026 California gubernatorial primary race is underway, with Tom Steyer and Xavier Becerra competing for Democratic primary support.Sub-event
  4. A funded committee opposed Tom Steyer's candidacy while contributing to pro-Xavier Becerra PAC efforts.Sub-event
  5. Gavin Newsom addressed issues during a press conference in Sacramento on May 28, utilizing NBC News.Sub-event
  6. Candidates debated for the governorship of California on May 29, 2026.1 source
  7. Schwarzenegger won the California gubernatorial race as First Lady.1 source

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