Governor Gavin Newsom’s team is reportedly looking at backing Xavier Becerra for the next governor after he saw a sudden spike in the polls following Eric Swalwell’s downfall. Becerra, who served as Secretary of Health and Human Services under President Joe Biden, has been one of the biggest benefactors after the exit of Swalwell, who stands accused of rape and sexual harassment . Recent polling showed Becerra, who trailed in the low single digits of around 4%–5%, surging to 10% . California