Steve Hilton

Former Fox News host; Republican candidate for governor

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Born: August 25, 1969, United Kingdom

Education: Christ's Hospital, New College

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Election night

Xavier Becerra beat Hilton: Governor of California.

Against Xavier Becerra (D) · Cook rating: Solid D

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California's top-two primary tests Democratic statewide dominance

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As of June 2026: Polling second at 20%

Republicans haven't won a statewide race in California since Arnold Schwarzenegger's 2006 reelection. Today's gubernatorial primary could put them on the November ballot anyway.

Updated Jun 2