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Steve Hilton Raises $5.7 Million, Targets California's Democrat Leaders

1/13/2026

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Steve Hilton, a Republican candidate in California's 2026 gubernatorial race, has raised over $4 million in six months, bringing his total to $5.7 million.
He says he leads a grassroots movement to oust the 'failed, corrupt Democrat machine.'
Hilton has gathered support from more than 30,000 individual donors.
His fundraising outpaces Democratic rivals except billionaire Tom Steyer, who self-funds.
Hilton also loaned $100,000 to his campaign.

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Story summary

Steve Hilton, a Republican candidate in California's 2026 gubernatorial race, has raised over $4 million in six months, bringing his total to $5.7 million.
He says he leads a grassroots movement to oust the 'failed, corrupt Democrat machine.'
Hilton has gathered support from more than 30,000 individual donors.
His fundraising outpaces Democratic rivals except billionaire Tom Steyer, who self-funds.
Hilton also loaned $100,000 to his campaign.