Hilton, Becerra, and Steyer make final pitch in California’s chaotic marquee race for governor
California's gubernatorial race has become increasingly chaotic as candidates vie for attention and support. Republican Steve Hilton remains a strong contender, emphasizing the need for his supporters to remain vigilant. The Democratic field has seen significant shifts, particularly following allegations against leading candidate Eric Swalwell, creating uncertainty ahead of the election.
- ▪Steve Hilton has consistently ranked near the top in polls for California's gubernatorial race.
- ▪Democratic candidate Eric Swalwell faced allegations of sexual assault, leading to a decline in his campaign.
- ▪The Democratic Party is concerned about the possibility of two Republicans advancing to the runoff in a state dominated by Democratic voters.
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LOS ANGELES — Republican Steve Hilton has been near the top of virtually every statewide poll since entering California’s crowded and unpredictable gubernatorial race a year ago. But he isn’t acting like a front-runner. “We can’t take anything for granted,” he told the Washington Examiner just hours before polls opened Tuesday morning. “We have to act like we are third; we have to fight like we were third. I tell my supporters, ‘Don’t let this slip away. Don’t take anything for granted.’ So we’re just going full out until the last possible moment to get every vote we can, because you never know in an election.” Recommended Stories Nancy Mace posts endorsement-like photo with Trump after he picked her opponent Fight for Los Angeles mayor tightens up as Karen Bass, Spencer Pratt, and Nithya…
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