Trump-Backed Candidate Suffers Blow in California Governor Race
Summary
Steve Hilton, who is supported by President Donald Trump, did not get the California Republican Party's endorsement for the governor's race. The party could not choose a candidate as neither Hilton nor his main rival, Chad Bianco, received enough votes. This situation highlights divisions among Republicans in California.Key Facts
- Steve Hilton is running for governor in California with President Trump's endorsement.
- The California Republican Party did not endorse any candidate after Hilton and Bianco both failed to get enough delegate votes.
- Hilton received 442 votes, and Bianco received 496 votes; 75 delegates chose not to endorse.
- In California, the top two primary vote-getters, regardless of party, advance to the general election.
- The November election will find a new governor since current Governor Gavin Newsom cannot run again.
- The Republican Party's inability to unite might hurt their chances in the election.
- The race includes over 50 candidates, with no clear frontrunner from the Democratic side.
- Hilton leads Bianco slightly in early polls.
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