Xavier Becerra

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Xavier Becerra

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Governor
Date of Birth January 26, 1958 (Age: 68)
Overall Community Sentiment: Strongly Opposed

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Personal Background

Xavier Becerra holds a strong educational foundation, having earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Stanford University and a Juris Doctor from Stanford Law School. He began his career in public service as an administrative assistant for a Democratic State Senator before serving as a Deputy Attorney General in the California Department of Justice. His legislative experience includes serving in the California State Assembly. Becerra has demonstrated leadership by becoming the first Latino California Attorney General, where he filed numerous lawsuits against the Trump administration. His professional background encompasses extensive experience in public service, law, and policy-making, establishing a robust foundation for his potential gubernatorial campaign.

Political Ideas

Xavier Becerra’s political identity is marked by a blend of progressive advocacy and strategic pragmatism, particularly in his health care policies and opposition to federal overreach. He champions health care as a fundamental human right, aiming for a universal single-payer system while simultaneously addressing immediate needs. His aggressive stance against the Trump administration, with numerous lawsuits as Attorney General, underscores a commitment to protecting state autonomy and marginalized communities. Becerra’s approach to housing and affordability reveals a focus on ensuring stability and accessibility for all Californians, balancing growth with protection for existing residents.

Campaigns
2026: California State Governor
ACTIVE

Election History

California Governor

Active

Competing Candidates: Betty Yee , Steve Hilton

California Governor Nonpartisan Primary

2,503,719 votes (28.00%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 34th congressional district election, 2016

122,842 votes (77.20%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 34th congressional district election, 2014

44,697 votes (72.50%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 34th congressional district election

120,367 votes (85.60%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 31st congressional district election, 2010

76,363 votes (83.80%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 31st congressional district election, 2008

110,955 votes (100.00%)

Win
2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 31st congressional district election, 2006

64,952 votes (100.00%)

Win
2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 31st congressional district election, 2004

89,363 votes (80.21%)

Win
2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 31st congressional district election, 2002

54,569 votes (81.15%)

Win
2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 30th congressional district election, 2000

83,223 votes (83.29%)

Win
1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 30th congressional district election, 1998

58,230 votes (81.25%)

Win
1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 30th congressional district election, 1996

58,283 votes (72.32%)

Win
1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 30th congressional district election, 1994

43,943 votes (66.15%)

Win
1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 30th congressional district election, 1992

58.41% of vote

Win
Government Positions
2020: U.S.A. Secretary of Health and Human Services
APPOINTED

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