Republican Steve Hilton has opened up a surprise lead in the California governors race, according to a new poll. The Fox New contributor and staunch critic of Gov. Gavin Newsom is leading the crowded field with 17% support, according to the Emerson College Polling/Inside California Politics survey. Hilton, if he wins, would be the first…
Republican Steve Hilton rockets to lead in California governor’s race
Politics
February 18, 2026
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