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In California governor's race, Steve Hilton looks to court voters wary of Trump
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Monica Madden , ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Republican gubernatorial nominee Steve Hilton is making an early play for one of the toughest voter blocks for any California Republican: voters who don't like President Donald Trump.
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In San Francisco, where disdain for President Trump runs deep, Steve Hilton's strategy to court voters wary of the president will be put to the test. The city's overwhelmingly Democratic electorate will be a challenging crowd for Hilton to win over, given the president's low approval ratings in the area. Hilton's ability to distance himself from Trump's policies and persona will be crucial in gaining traction with San Francisco voters who are likely to be skeptical of any Republican candidate. The city's voters have consistently supported Democratic candidates for governor, and Hilton will need to convince them that he can represent their interests and values despite being a member of the opposite party. If Hilton can make inroads in San Francisco, it could be a sign that his message is resonating with voters beyond the traditional Republican base.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Republican gubernatorial nominee Steve Hilton is making an early play for one of the toughest voter blocks for any California Republican: voters who don't like President Donald Trump.
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