California gubernatorial candidates struggled to find a standout moment in a debate hosted by CBS News. The 90-minute program at Pomona College featured California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, billionaire Tom Steyer, former Rep. Katie Porter (D-Calif.) and five other candidates, including Trump-backed Republican Steve Hilton. The candidates clashed over questions about affordability, housing, and other crises facing California. Despite the high energy, it remains to be seen whether this will be enough to propel candidates forward in the field following Eric Swalwell's departure due to sexual misconduct allegations. The stakes were high for the Democrats, who are seen as front-runners in polls and have previously received endorsements.