Xavier Becerra accused of breaking campaign finance laws as Democrat rivals pile-on

Former Biden cabinet secretary and California gubernatorial frontrunner Xavier Becerra is facing scrutiny on two separate fronts — an anonymous complaint accusing him of violating California campaign finance laws and a fresh $500,

Becerra’s frontrunner status comes with a warning sign

The former HHS secretary’s ascent has exposed weaknesses that critics say could follow him into the California governor’s office.
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The Xavier Becerra surge is turning into a pile-on

Becerra shot from single-digit polls to becoming a front-runner in the California governor’s race. Now he’s facing attacks from every direction.

Xavier Becerra draws fierce criticism after attempting to control terms of on-camera interview

California gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra faced backlash after asking a reporter if an interview would be a "gotcha piece" before it began.

Ex-aide to California Democrats admits guilt in scheme to steal campaign funds from Xavier Becerra

A top California Democratic political aide pleaded guilty to charges including conspiracy to commit bank fraud related to a scheme to steal campaign funds from Becerra when he served as the federal health secretary.

Knives out for Xavier Becerra

Democratic frontrunner Xavier Becerra took fire from all sides at the last debate among governor hopefuls before the June primary. He was an easy target considering that his former political consultant was in court earlier Thursday pleading guilty to federal fraud charges.

Becerra's debate-stage beating: Rivals confront Dem California candidate over campaign scandal

California governor candidate Becerra denies wrongdoing after former staffers plead guilty to stealing $225,000 from his inactive campaign account.