- Republican Steve Hilton launched his California governor bid, asking even anti‑Trump voters to consider him while keeping a tacit tie to Trump’s endorsement.
- His pitch centers on big cost‑of‑living promises — $3/gallon gas, halved utility bills, and no state income tax on the first $150,000.
- Still a long shot: Democrat Xavier Becerra is heavily favored in a state facing homelessness, housing pain and high taxes/utilities.
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