Former U.S. Health Secretary Xavier Becerra has announced his candidacy for the 2028 California gubernatorial election, joining a competitive field. He aims to address the state's affordability crisis and restore the 'California Dream,' emphasizing his personal background as the son of immigrants. Becerra's entry comes amid broader Democratic efforts to respond to rising affordability concerns after recent election results showed a surge in Republican support in traditionally Democratic areas. His extensive political experience and commitment to economic issues mark his campaign's direction.
Becerra officially declared his candidacy Wednesday in a video posted to his social media accounts following months of speculation among political insiders.
In his announcement, Becerra said he was running for governor to tackle the state's affordability issues and restore the 'California Dream' achieved by people like his working-class parents.
California Democrats have broadly pledged to make the state more affordable after the November election, when state Republicans made modest gains and support for President Donald Trump surged.
'We can do that, but you need a leader who can be tough,' Becerra stated in his announcement video.
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