Xavier Becerra’s gubernatorial run has been deemed inevitable by some, yet George Skelton finds it sorely lacking in energy. He cautions that while a boring governor may be tolerable, a leader who fails to deliver results is not.

This episode of “Inside California Politics,” hosted by Nikki Laurenzo, examines Hilton’s continued effort to engage California voters. Recorded just before the Associated Press projected that former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra would advance in the November election, the segment previews how Hilton intends to tackle the campaign’s challenges.

Former state attorney general Xavier Becerra and ex-Fox News host Hilton are holding the top two spots in California’s gubernatorial race, according to early results from Tuesday. Tom Steyer follows in a clear third, indicating a competitive field as votes continue to come in.