California Governor Candidate Xavier Becerra Addresses Oil Industry Donations

Xavier Becerra, running in the California governor’s race, has received campaign contributions from oil industry donors. The contributions have drawn public attention during the current election cycle. Becerra stated that the donations will not affect his policy decisions. He said his record on environmental issues remains unchanged.

Public campaign finance records show the oil-related contributions were reported in filings submitted to state election authorities. The amounts and donor names appear in those filings. Becerra’s campaign has not released additional statements beyond the candidate’s remarks on policy independence. No further campaign finance reports have been referenced in coverage of this matter.