Who will become the next governor of California after Gavin Newsom?
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31%
Katie Porter
17%
Alex Padilla
16%
Xavier Becerra
9%
Ethan Agarwal
7%
Antonio Villaraigosa
6%
6%
Rick Caruso
6%
Toni Atkins
Gavin Newsom is term-limited and cannot seek re-election as California governor in 2026. Who will replace him?
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