Steve Hilton discusses campaign for California governor after securing Trump endorsement
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President Trump publicly endorsed former Fox News host Steve Hilton for California governor on social media. Hilton is one of two Republicans remaining in the race to succeed Gavin Newsom. This endorsement provides significant backing for Hilton's campaign, signaling the President's preferred candidate in the upcoming election. Hilton is now discussing his campaign on "The Takeout" following the high-profile presidential support.
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