California governor primary: Hilton, Becerra and Steyer make final pitch
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.
TL;DR
- Republican Steve Hilton, a consistent poll leader, is campaigning as if he were trailing.
- Over 60 candidates are running to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom.
- Potential Democratic front-runners like Kamala Harris and Alex Padilla did not enter the race.
- Former Congresswoman Katie Porter and Democrats Tom Steyer and Eric Swalwell entered the race, with Swalwell initially surging before facing allegations.
- Donald Trump's endorsement of Hilton has influenced the Republican vote.
- Xavier Becerra, Tom Steyer, and Steve Hilton are currently considered the leading candidates.
- Polls show a tight race between Hilton, Becerra, and Steyer, with varying leads depending on the survey.
- Hilton focuses on affordability and criticizes Newsom's performance.
- Becerra highlights his extensive public service experience and promises to address the housing shortage.
- Steyer faces scrutiny over his self-funded campaign but emphasizes his commitment to the race.