Hilton’s Bold Play to Win California | San Francisco News

Steve Hilton, a Republican running for California governor, is betting that voters frustrated with Democratic leadership—especially on homelessness and education—will overlook his ties to Trump and support him instead. He’s positioning himself as a fresh alternative, teaming up with former Democrat Gloria Romero to appeal to independents and disillusioned Democrats. But his opponent, Xavier Becerra, is calling him “Trump’s puppet,” warning Californians against embracing policies that have raised gas prices and strained family budgets. With Republicans historically weak in California and no statewide wins in decades, Hilton’s strategy hinges on persuading voters to look past party lines—though his lack of elected experience and the need for Democratic cooperation make his promises a tall order. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c6cd108448971ef2