California primary night – low turnout, Spencer Pratt accuses Karen Bass of electioneering
Key Questions
What is the voter turnout like in California's primary election?
Only 7% of ballots have been returned so far, with higher Republican engagement noted. The top-two system is also driving strategic voting among participants.
How has the new PPIC poll changed the California governor race?
Following Swalwell's dropout, the poll shows Becerra leading at 23%, followed by Hilton at 20%, Steyer at 15%, and Porter at 12%. This has reshaped the race dynamics ahead of the primary.
What controversy involves Spencer Pratt and Mayor Karen Bass?
Spencer Pratt has accused Mayor Karen Bass of electioneering, adding to campaign-law debates. This has emerged alongside live coverage and Second Amendment angles in the primary.
California's primary is underway with only 7% of ballots returned, higher Republican engagement. The top‑two system is driving strategic voting. A controversy involving Spencer Pratt accusing Mayor Karen Bass of electioneering adds campaign‑law debate fodder. New PPIC poll reshapes governor race: Becerra 23%, Hilton 20%, Steyer 15%, Porter 12% after Swalwell dropout. Live coverage is providing real‑time results and analysis, with Second Amendment angles emerging as a debate hook.