Rivals for California governor clash over homelessness, Trump in only debate as ballots go to voters

On Wednesday, Republican candidate Steve Hilton and Democratic candidate Xavier Becerra participated in their sole televised debate in the contentious race for California governor. Held in Los Angeles as ballots go to voters, the one-hour CNN debate featured sharp clashes between the rivals to replace outgoing Governor Gavin Newsom.

The candidates presented contrasting visions over several key issues, including homelessness, housing, the economy, immigration, healthcare, and former President Donald Trump. Hilton, a former Fox News host, and Becerra, the state's Democratic Attorney General, sparred nonstop throughout the event as they sought to define the race for voters.