California Gov. Gavin Newsom has refused to endorse a Democrat for governor in the June 2 primary election, stating he expects a Democrat to win. His comments came during a news conference in Madera County announcing three new state parks and the expansion of roughly 30,000 acres into the state system. Despite the controversy surrounding the race, Newsom remains confident that a Democrat will emerge victorious. The collapse of Eric Swalwell, a leading Democratic contender until allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced, has fueled a surge in support for Xavier Becerra, a former Los Angeles congressman, California attorney general and U.S. secretary of Health and Human Services.