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Hilton Wins CA GOP Nod, Trump Claims Primary Fraud

6/15/2026

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Hilton Secures Nomination

Steve Hilton’s campaign balances President Donald Trump’s endorsement while avoiding the fraud narrative, as Reuters/Ipsos poll gave Trump 35% approval.
The Republican nomination for California governor was secured by Steve Hilton in the June 2 primary.
President Donald Trump again publicly claimed voter fraud in the June 2 California primary.
University of California, Berkeley poll showed Xavier Becerra leading Hilton 52% to 31% voters.

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Essayli Demands Evidence

Bill Essayli, a Trump-aligned First Assistant U.S. Attorney, urged Californians on social media to provide any election-fraud evidence.
His office has several fraud investigations and will file charges after California certifies the vote count.
Legal experts and former prosecutors warned the accusations breach Justice Department rules against pre-certification investigations.
Critics argued Essayli’s push reflects Trump loyalty, noting election officials reported no formal requests.

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Hilton Secures Nomination

Steve Hilton’s campaign balances President Donald Trump’s endorsement while avoiding the fraud narrative, as Reuters/Ipsos poll gave Trump 35% approval.
The Republican nomination for California governor was secured by Steve Hilton in the June 2 primary.
President Donald Trump again publicly claimed voter fraud in the June 2 California primary.
University of California, Berkeley poll showed Xavier Becerra leading Hilton 52% to 31% voters.

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