New Delhi, April 6 -- US President Donald Trump has endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, giving the Republican candidate a major boost in a competitive race to replace Gavin Newsom. The endorsement is expected to consolidate GOP support and strengthen Hilton's position in California's unique top-two primary system, where candidates from all parties compete on the same ballot.

Trump has thrown his weight behind Steve Hilton in the race to become California's next governor, calling him a "truly fine man" and giving him his "complete and total endorsement."

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wrote on Truth Social: "I have known and respected Steve Hilton, who is running for Governor of California, for many years. He is a truly fine man, one who has watched ...