California Governor Debate: Eight Candidates Clash

0:00It's April 28, Durham News Today starts now, AI-powered and ready. 8 candidates are squaring off in another televised debate for California's governor race just days before male ballots drop. They're all gunning to replace Governor Gavin Newsom, whose term limited after two terms. This packed field mixes Democrats and Republicans in the nation's biggest state. The debate hits as California grapples with huge problems like endless homelessness, wildfire insurance gaps, budget deficits, sky-high housing, and spiking costs for food, gas, and utilities. On stage, expect the top Republicans commentator Steve Hilton and share of Chad Bianco, plus Democrats like Katie Porter, Tom Steyer, Matt Mahan, Xavier, Bacera, Antonio Villaragosa, and Tony Thurmond. Voters are feeling the squeeze, and Porter made it clear in an email to fans she's fighting to cut costs for working families getting crushed right. Now, last week's debate didn't crown any stars, and with no big breakouts, folks are still figuring

1:04out the field. Democrats worry their split votes could let two Republicans advance in the top two primary system, a nightmare scenario. Steyer's pouring his billions into ads, but hasn't pulled ahead, and the race flipped when Eric Swalwell dropped out over assault claims. He was a frontrunner. Meanwhile, President Trump's shadow looms large, with Hilton boasting his backing while Dems push back on his policies. Tune in tonight to CBS stations as these eight clash for 90 minutes. Could be the moment someone grabs the lead.