California voters went to the polls on Tuesday, June 2, in one of the most closely watched 2026 primaries, with key races for governor, Los Angeles mayor, district attorney and congressional seats. As ballots continue to be counted across the state, several notable races remain undecided under California’s primary system.
Mail-in voting remains widespread in California, meaning final results could take days or even weeks to be finalized.
Below, get updates on the 2026 California primary results.
Who won the California state primary?
California’s governor’s race remains too close to call as election officials tabulate statewide ballots. According to the live election results broadcast by CNN, the former US Secretary of Health and Human Services said Xavier Becerra And the Republican commentator Steve Hilton They were the leading favorites in the early returns. Democratic billionaire Tom Steyer He was trailing the top two candidates as votes continued to be counted.
At press time, Hilton was leading with 27.8 percent, and Becerra had 25.4 percent.
With the ruler Gavin NewsomAt the end of his term, the open seat race attracted a field of candidates from both political parties. Preliminary results suggest Becerra and Hilton are in the strongest position to advance to the general election in November.
The gubernatorial race has been shaped by concerns about housing affordability, homelessness and public safety.
Who won the Los Angeles mayoral primary?
Current Mayor of Los Angeles Karen Bass He secured a spot in the November runoff election, according to multiple reports. Early returns showed Bass leading the field by about a third of the votes.
Meanwhile, a reality TV personality Spencer Pratt Voters appear to be on their way to a second runoff, but votes are still being counted.
As Bass seeks a second term in Los Angeles, Pratt makes progress on his story of losing his home to the Palisades fire last year.
California county primary election results
Among the notable contests is state senator Scott Weiner He was leading the race in the House of Representatives to succeed the retired MP Nancy Pelosi in San Francisco, while a number of newly redrawn congressional districts produced competitive primary battles across the state.
California’s newly approved congressional map has sparked increased interest in several districts that could help determine the balance of power in Washington. Political analysts are closely watching a handful of competitive races where the top-two system could lead to unexpected showdowns in November.
California Attorney General’s Preliminary Findings
The race for California Attorney General is also unfolding as ballots are counted. The current Attorney General Rob Bonta He seeks another term. republican Michael Gates Other candidates also competed for a place in the November election.
Election officials are still processing mail-in voting and provisional ballots that could affect the final standings.
