Trump endorses ex-UK political aide Steve Hilton for California governor
Steve Hilton, who advised the former prime minster and hosted a Fox News show, is running as a Republican.
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Notable Quotes
"Hilton would 'be a great governor'."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I was 'deeply honored' to receive the Republican president's endorsement."
— Steve Hilton , Other
"California has gone to hell."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"With Federal help, and a Great Governor, like Steve Hilton, California can be better than ever before!"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Together we can turn things around."
— Steve Hilton , Other
"This race is about the future of California, not any one endorsement."
— Chad Bianco , Politician
"I have repeatedly said that a Fox News host courting a president’s endorsement will never win in California."
— Chad Bianco , Politician
"Having a Republican on the top of the ticket is essential to drive turnout in critical down-ballot races, with control of the U.S. House in play."
— Paul Mitchell , Executive
"Steve can turn it around, before it is too late, and, as President, I will help him to do so!"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I’ve spent 33 years fighting for Californians, regardless of political party."
— Chad Bianco , Politician
"Thank you, Mr. President! This is the moment California has been waiting for!"
— Steve Hilton , Other
"Steve can turn it around, before it is too late, and, as President, I will help him to do so."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I’d be honored to have the president’s endorsement, but I think the California governor’s race is close to the last thing on his mind right now."
— Steve Hilton , Other
""I have known and respected Steve Hilton, who is running for Governor of California, for many years. He is a truly fine man, one who has watched as this once great State has gone to Hell... Steve can turn it around, before it is too late... California can be better than ever before! Steve Hilton has my COMPLETE & TOTAL ENDORSEMENT.""
— Donald Trump , Politician
"With Federal help, and a Great Governor, like Steve Hilton, California can be better than ever before! Steve Hilton has my COMPLETE & TOTAL ENDORSEMENT."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"President Trump made his endorsement. That's his decision, but this race is about the future of California, not any one endorsement."
— Chad Bianco , Politician
Key People
Former Mayor of Los Angeles and gubernatorial candidate.
Former California Controller and Democratic candidate for governor.
Riverside County Sheriff and Republican candidate in the California governor race.
Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and known associate of Steve Hilton.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Eric Swalwell is a U.S. Representative from California.
Gavin Newsom is the Governor of California.
Former congresswoman and Democratic candidate for governor of California.
Mayor of San Jose and Democratic candidate for California governor.
Vice president of the bipartisan voter data firm Political Data Inc.
Republican candidate in the California governor's race.
Tom Steyer is a billionaire environmental activist and former Democratic presidential candidate.
California's Superintendent of Public Instruction and Democratic candidate.
A veteran Democratic politician and current California Attorney General.
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Steve Hilton, who advised the former prime minster and hosted a Fox News show, is running as a Republican.
President Trump endorsed conservative commentator Steve Hilton for California governor, potentially reshaping the race dynamics. Trump criticized the current state leadership and expressed confidence in Hilton's ability to improve California's situation. The endorsement comes ahead of the June 2 primary, with polls showing Hilton and his main Republican rival, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, as leading contenders.
Donald Trump has endorsed former Fox News host Steve Hilton for California governor, a move that could impact Republican strategies in the upcoming election. Trump praised Hilton's potential to 'turn it around' and offered federal support for his candidacy. The endorsement may influence the race's outcome, especially considering California's 'top two' primary system, which could lead to an all-GOP general election if two Republicans secure the top spots.
President Donald Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, expressing confidence in Hilton's leadership. Trump criticized the current state administration and highlighted issues like high taxes and crime rates. The endorsement is expected to influence the dynamics of the upcoming primary election, with Hilton and his Republican rival, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, as leading contenders.
President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Steve Hilton for California governor, aiming to consolidate conservative support in a crowded race. Trump praised Hilton as a 'truly fine man' capable of revitalizing the state, which he criticized for high taxes and other issues. The endorsement could influence the dynamics of California's unique 'top two' primary system, where the top two vote-getters advance to the general election regardless of party affiliation.
President Trump announced his endorsement of former Fox News host Steve Hilton for California governor, aiming to consolidate conservative support in the upcoming primary. Trump praised Hilton's potential to improve the state's situation and criticized the current administration. The endorsement could influence the dynamics of California's 'top two' primary system, where the top two vote-getters advance to the general election regardless of party affiliation.
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