Republican gubernatorial candidate dismisses Trump’s approval rating in California
Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton dismissed concerns about President Trump's low approval rating in California, arguing the race will focus on the state's need for change rather than Trump's popularity. Hilton contends the election centers on California's future and demand for new leadership, suggesting Trump's weak standing won't impact the gubernatorial outcome.
Key Points
- Hilton downplays Trump's unpopularity in California as irrelevant to gubernatorial race dynamics
- Campaign messaging emphasizes change and California's future rather than Trump's influence
- Strategy attempts to distance the governor's race from national political headwinds