Trump endorses ex-UK political aide Steve Hilton for California governor

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Trump endorses ex-UK political aide Steve Hilton for California governor

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Donald Trump endorsed Steve Hilton, a former advisor to ex-British PM David Cameron, for California governor. Hilton is one of ten candidates running in the June 2 primary, where the top two finishers advance to the general election. Trump cited the Democrats' "horrendous job" and people fleeing the state as reasons for his endorsement. While Hilton expressed honor at receiving Trump's backing, it could be a disadvantage in the heavily Democratic state. Recent polling suggests Hilton and another Republican candidate are ahead of the Democratic contenders, prompting concern among state party officials. Hilton's platform focuses on lower taxes, budget cuts, and reducing housing costs.

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Democrats have done an absolutely horrendous job in California and people are fleeing the state.

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A March poll suggested Hilton and Bianco were ahead of the Democratic contenders.

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Hilton served as a top aide to David Cameron from 2010–12.

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Republicans have not won a statewide election in California in two decades.

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Donald Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor.

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Eric Swalwell 30% Stanford University 35% Riverside County 40% Fox News 40% United Kingdom 40% Chad Bianco ×250% David Cameron ×260% Democratic Party ×470% Republican Party ×370% California ×785% Donald Trump ×590% Steve Hilton ×895%

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