Steve Hilton

California's electricity rates, nearly double the national average, require reforms beyond campaign promises like rate freezes or breaking up PG&E. The article highlights wildfire-related costs as a key driver of rate increases and proposes solutions such as reducing utility profit margins on mitigation projects and enforcing stricter utility budgets.

Steve Hilton, a British-born Republican candidate for California governor, has a background in UK politics and aligns with Donald Trump but holds some conflicting views on issues like welfare and living wages. California's political landscape, with a Democratic majority and low Trump approval, poses a challenge for his campaign.

Rachel Whetstone, wife of Steve Hilton, served as a communications chief for Google, Facebook, Uber, and Netflix, shaping Silicon Valley's political strategies. The article questions whether she aims to assist her husband in influencing California.

Steve Hilton, a political strategist who previously modernized the British Conservative Party, is now a California Republican gubernatorial candidate. He faces challenges in the November election against Democratic former state Attorney General Xavier Becerra, as Republicans have not won a statewide seat in California since before David Cameron became prime minister.

California voters face a choice between Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton on whether to continue state-funded healthcare for low-income immigrants without legal status. Medi-Cal, which expanded to cover such immigrants, now costs $10 billion annually, leading to budget rollbacks and public opposition amid rising economic concerns.

President Trump claimed he made a call to a U.S. attorney in California to influence the state's election process, aiding Steve Hilton's advancement to a governor's runoff. Hilton stated he had no knowledge of the call.

Steve Hilton stated he would investigate the 2020 COVID lockdowns if elected California governor, emphasizing that 'real pain was caused' and these events 'cannot just be forgotten.'

Steve Hilton, a former UK politics figure, is now a Republican gubernatorial candidate in the U.S. His transition from a liberal Tory strategist to a MAGA-aligned candidate has elicited mixed reactions from his former British colleagues.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton is holding a 'Califordable Town Hall' in South Pasadena as part of a statewide tour. The event includes remarks and a Q&A on affordability issues like housing, health care, and energy costs.

California governor candidate Steve Hilton criticized the Chamber of Commerce's endorsement of Xavier Becerra, calling it an example of failed leadership. The endorsement marks the first time the business group has supported a Democratic governor candidate.

Steve Hilton's fire-cracker energy, assured debating skills, and confident public speaking will set him apart from Democrat Xavier Becerra. The article suggests he may not win California but won't be a loser.

Big lobbying groups are merging and expanding from Sacramento to the Bay Area. Additional topics include Steve Hilton's long-shot odds, a dispute over transfer tax, and a bittersweet message from Han Li.

President Trump’s voter fraud accusations in California are complicating Steve Hilton’s gubernatorial campaign. Hilton, a British political adviser-turned-U.S. politician, is leveraging Trump’s endorsement as a Republican in a state where the president is widely unpopular.

Xavier Becerra leads in a new poll for the general election, which is set between him and Steve Hilton.

The California Chamber of Commerce endorsed Xavier Becerra for governor, marking the first time the group has supported a Democrat in a gubernatorial race. The endorsement was over Republican Steve Hilton, with the chamber stating Becerra is best positioned to provide stability and certainty for California businesses.

Ex-UK political aide Steve Hilton, a Trump-backed candidate, is running for California governor as a Republican in a deeply liberal state. He campaigns on a platform not bound by party ideology.

Steve Hilton has returned to the California governor campaign trail. A political expert discussed potential strategies for him to gain support from California voters.

Xavier Becerra is poised to become California's next governor, facing Republican Steve Hilton in the November election. The article contrasts Becerra's governance-focused approach with Gavin Newsom's national ambitions and highlights California's historical trend of governors balancing state governance with higher office aspirations.

A Berkeley IGS poll shows Democrat Xavier Becerra leading Republican Steve Hilton in the California governor's race as the November election approaches.

A Berkeley IGS poll indicates Democrat Xavier Becerra holds a significant lead over Republican Steve Hilton in the California governor's race as the general election campaign begins. The poll highlights Becerra's advantage entering the campaign.

California’s primary system forced the GOP to adopt strategic approaches, enabling former Fox News host Steve Hilton to advance to the general election through a strong campaign and conservative voter decisions.

California's vote counting process is slow due to its size and mail-in ballot rules, which accept ballots postmarked by Election Day and received up to a week later. Delays have intensified amid rising election denier rhetoric, including claims from President Trump, and have impacted recent primary results for governor and congressional races.

California's slow ballot counting process has drawn criticism from The New York Times editorial board, which accused Democrats of defending a flawed system. The editorial highlighted that other U.S. states and democracies count votes faster, and called for federal legislation to require all mail-in ballots be received by Election Day. California's jungle primary results remain unresolved a week after the June 2 primary, with Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton confirmed as finalists for governor.

Tom Steyer, a self-funded billionaire and Democratic donor, failed to win California's gubernatorial election despite spending $558 million. His campaign faced challenges from the state's 'top two' electoral system and internal party dynamics, including backlash against billionaires. The California Democratic Party prioritized preventing a Republican general election matchup over supporting Steyer.

Graham Platner secured the Maine Democratic Senate nomination, facing Republican Susan Collins. Karmelo Anthony received a 35-year sentence for murdering Austin Metcalf. Steve Hilton advanced to California's gubernatorial general election.

Graham Platner won the Maine Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, as projected by CBS News, and will face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November. Steve Hilton advanced in California to challenge Xavier Becerra.

US forces struck Iran in response to an Apache helicopter being downed near Hormuz, prompting Iranian retaliation against American airbases. Vice-president JD Vance stated a potential deal to end the conflict could take a week or months, emphasizing economic benefits for the US and addressing Iran's nuclear program.

Xavier Becerra will face Steve Hilton in California's November governor's race after Tom Steyer was eliminated. Becerra is positioned to become California’s first Latino governor in modern history, with a likely victory in the heavily Democratic state.

The California governor race will feature Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton. Hilton, a Republican supported by President Donald Trump, advanced to the general election after securing enough votes. Becerra, a Democrat, aims to maintain California’s liberal policies while Hilton promises significant policy changes.

Steve Hilton has advanced to the general election in November. The article congratulates him on this achievement.

Steve Hilton, a Republican, is introducing himself to voters through a personal campaign video detailing his background as the son of refugees fleeing communism. He is competing in California's gubernatorial election against a Democratic favorite.

Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton will face off in California's gubernatorial election. Becerra, a former state attorney general and health secretary under President Joe Biden, will challenge Hilton, a former Fox News commentator backed by President Donald Trump. The race follows 15 years of Democratic governance and addresses issues like housing shortages and high living costs.

Tom Steyer endorsed Democrat Xavier Becerra after conceding the California gubernatorial primary. Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton secured the top two spots, advancing to the general election.

Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra have advanced to California's November governor election. Becerra received 2,355,626 votes (27.9%), while Hilton secured 2,108,641 votes (25%). Billionaire Tom Steyer, who received 1,905,742 votes (22.6%), conceded the race and endorsed Becerra.

Steve Hilton proposed a California voter ID law, claiming it would accelerate vote counting. Critics argue the law could instead cause delays in processing ballots.

Tom Steyer conceded California’s governor race after lacking enough votes to advance. Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra will face off in November. California’s jungle primary system pits all candidates together, with the top two advancing regardless of party.

Tom Steyer ended his California governor campaign after failing to advance in the jungle primary. Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra will face each other in the November general election. Steyer spent over $200 million on his campaign and accused corporate interests of influencing the race through opposition spending.

Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra are advancing to the November California governor's race with 25% and 27.9% of votes counted. The race followed a prolonged vote count and multiple candidate withdrawals.

Steve Hilton, a Briton in the US for 14 years, has secured a spot in California's November gubernatorial run-off against Xavier Becerra. The Republican faces steep odds in a solidly blue state under California's open primary system, which selects the top two vote winners regardless of party.

Steve Hilton, a British national who has worked in Conservative party politics in the UK, has secured a spot in California’s November gubernatorial run-off against Xavier Becerra. The challenge involves competing as a Republican in a state with strong Democratic leanings under California’s open primary system.