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2026-04-07 10:30:20
[Trump endorses former British government advisor Steve Hilton for California governorship; multiple candidates close in support] (1) US President Donald Trump on Monday endorsed former British government advisor and Fox News host Steve Hilton for California governorship. Hilton holds dual citizenship and previously served as strategic director to former British Prime Minister David Cameron. He moved to California in 2012. (2) California's primary election is scheduled for June 2, with the top two candidates (regardless of party affiliation) advancing to the final election in November. Polls show that Republican candidates Hilton and Riverside County Sheriff Bianco are close in support to three Democrats (Representative Swalwell, former Representative Porter, and billionaire activist Steyr). (3) Both Hilton and Bianco endorse Trump, but their campaigns focus on local California issues such as crime and high taxes. Incumbent Democratic Governor Newsom (who has served since 2019) is ineligible for a third term.
