Xavier Becerra becomes California's first Latino governor since 1875
Xavier Becerra, a former HHS secretary and son of Mexican immigrants, defeated Steve Hilton to become California's governor.
Xavier Becerra is a Democrat and former health secretary who won the California governor's race. Becerra is 68 years old.
Becerra defeated Steve Hilton, a Republican who used to host on Fox News. Trump backed Hilton.
Becerra is now the state's first Latino governor since 1875. Becerra will lead the world's fourth-largest economy.
More than 40 per cent of California residents are Latino. During his campaign, Becerra promised to stand up to Trump.
As California's attorney general during Trump's first term, Becerra sued the Trump administration 122 times. Becerra focused on lower costs of living and healthcare for all people.
California's next governor will face high costs of living. The state has housing shortages and homelessness.
Insurance costs are also rising.
- 68
- Becerra's age
- Since 1875
- Years since last Latino governor
- More than 40 percent
- California Latino population
- 122 times as California attorney general
- Trump administration lawsuits
Why it mattersCalifornia is a Democratic stronghold that strongly resists Trump. Its governor will shape policy on immigration, the environment, and technology regulation for years.
AustraliaNo immediate Australian impact, though Becerra's climate and environmental policies may differ from Trump's, affecting global emissions discussions.
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