Democrat Xavier Becerra advances to November election in California governor's race, CBS News projects

TL;DR

Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, will advance to the November election for California governor.
Becerra overtook Republican Steve Hilton in the vote count.
A close battle is ongoing for the second spot between Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer.
California uses a top-two primary system, sending the two highest vote-getters to the general election.
If elected, Becerra would be the first Latino governor of California in 150 years.
Becerra received a boost after Eric Swalwell's exit from the race.
Republican criticism of California's vote-counting process was mentioned.
The state's affordability crisis and skepticism about economic opportunity were dominant campaign issues.
Several high-profile candidates, including Katie Porter, Matt Mahan, and Antonio Villaraigosa, will not advance.

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