Trump-Pick Steve Hilton Gets California Poll Boost After TV Debate
Summary
Steve Hilton, supported by President Donald Trump, leads in a new poll for California’s June 2 governor primary with 20% support, ahead of Democrat Tom Steyer at 18%. The race is close and changing quickly, with a recent televised debate affecting voter opinions and a fragmented field making predictions uncertain.Key Facts
- Steve Hilton has 20% support in a late April to early May poll by SurveyUSA.
- Tom Steyer, a billionaire Democrat, is at 18%, down from a previous lead.
- President Trump’s endorsement has helped Hilton gain attention and support on the right.
- Other candidates include Republican Chad Bianco (12%) and Democrat Xavier Becerra (10%).
- California’s top-two primary system allows the two candidates with the most votes, regardless of party, to move to the November election.
- 17% of likely voters remain undecided according to the poll.
- The cost of living is the top issue for voters, with both Hilton and Steyer winning about 22% of support among those concerned about it.
- The poll surveyed 1,415 adults, including 991 likely primary voters, with a margin of error of ±4.2 percentage points.
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