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Trump Endorses Hilton for California Governor Amid Vote Splits

4/11/2026

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Trump Endorses Hilton

U.S. President Donald Trump endorses Steve Hilton for California governor, a move that could consolidate GOP support.
Hilton previously split votes with fellow Republican Chad Bianco.
Analysts say the endorsement could hinder Republicans by splitting votes.
With Democrats including Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and Tom Steyer (D-Calif.), the fractured vote could advance a Democrat.
The primary is set for June 2, with mail voting beginning soon.

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Trump Backs Letlow

U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow in Louisiana's Senate race, but support remains uncertain.
Letlow trails incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy amid low name recognition and Cassidy's heavy ad spending.
Third candidate John Fleming is gaining traction, complicating the race.
Analysts say Letlow's reliance on the endorsement may not secure victory, questioning Trump's influence.

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Trump Endorses Hilton

U.S. President Donald Trump endorses Steve Hilton for California governor, a move that could consolidate GOP support.
Hilton previously split votes with fellow Republican Chad Bianco.
Analysts say the endorsement could hinder Republicans by splitting votes.
With Democrats including Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and Tom Steyer (D-Calif.), the fractured vote could advance a Democrat.
The primary is set for June 2, with mail voting beginning soon.

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