"Trump's Shadow Over California: Steve Hilton Faces Uphill Battle as GOP Gubernatorial Nominee" In a state where President Trump's approval ratings are at an all-time low, Steve Hilton, the British-born Republican gubernatorial nominee, is facing a daunting challenge. As a Trump-endorsed candidate, Hilton is hoping to capitalize on the president's massive influence within the GOP, but his efforts are already being overshadowed by Trump's own voter fraud accusations in California. The controversy is highlighting the delicate balance Hilton must strike between appealing to his base and distancing himself from a president whose unpopularity could prove toxic in a general election. With the California gubernatorial election looming, Hilton's ability to navigate this treacherous terrain will be closely watched by Republicans nationwide.


President Trump's voter fraud accusations in California are already highlighting the tricky terrain facing gubernatorial nominee Steve Hilton as he navigates running as a Trump-endorsed Republican in a state where the president is hugely unpopular. The British political adviser-turned-U.S. politician touted what is the most sought-after endorsement in GOP politics at every turn on the...