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Trump Slams Fox News for Steyer Coverage in California Race

4/16/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Fox News for featuring California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer (D) instead of Republican candidate Steve Hilton, whom Trump endorsed.
He claimed Fox's coverage could harm Republican chances in California, saying, "Nobody cares about Tom Steyer."
A recent poll shows Tom Steyer leading at 21%, Steve Hilton at 18%, and Katie Porter (D-Calif.) and Sheriff Chad Bianco (R) tied at 8%, with others under 6%.

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U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Fox News for featuring California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer (D) instead of Republican candidate Steve Hilton, whom Trump endorsed.
He claimed Fox's coverage could harm Republican chances in California, saying, "Nobody cares about Tom Steyer."
A recent poll shows Tom Steyer leading at 21%, Steve Hilton at 18%, and Katie Porter (D-Calif.) and Sheriff Chad Bianco (R) tied at 8%, with others under 6%.