Democratic Governor Newsom Wins Re-Election in California

(Bloomberg) -- California Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom won re-election, the Associated Press said.

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The first-term Democrat, who easily beat back a recall attempt last year, faced opposition from Republican challenger Brian Dahle, a state senator and farmer.

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