Xavier Becerra holds first news conference as CA's governor-elect
- On Thursday, California governor-elect Xavier Becerra held his first news conference, outlining legislative priorities and emphasizing that the public expects focus on addressing the state's high cost of living.
- A former California Attorney General and U.S. Health and Human Service Secretary, Becerra defeated Republican Steve Hilton on Election Day Tuesday and will become the first Latino elected governor of California.
- Asked about potential tax cuts, Becerra responded that "everything should be on the table," citing energy, revenue tax policy, and healthcare as priorities for keeping California families in the state.
- California's three most powerful elected leaders recently met to discuss artificial intelligence, energy costs, and implementing funding from an $11.25-billion housing bond voters approved Tuesday.
- Becerra said he wants his administration to work closely with mayors and county supervisors, hoping to change perceptions that Sacramento shortchanges local officials and fails to prioritize their concerns.
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