Conservative lead in california governor's race alarms democrats

In a stunning development, a new poll has revealed Republicans are surging ahead in California's gubernatorial race, much to the dismay of Democrats who fear a conservative win in the traditionally liberal state.

Steve hilton and chad bianco in the lead

Conservative commentator Steve Hilton and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco are currently in the top spots, with 16% and 14% support respectively among likely voters, according to a large-scale poll by Evitarus Research.

This comes on the heels of a similar poll by the UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies, which found Hilton and Bianco leading with 17% and 16% respectively. Democrats Congressman Eric Swalwell, former Representative Katie Porter, and billionaire environmental activist Tom Steyer trailed closely behind with 14%, 13%, and 10% support respectively.

Democrats are now sounding the alarm, warning that the crowded field could lead to an