Trump Endorses Hilton for California Governor, Shaking Up Race

Trump endorsed Hilton in a move that will reshape the crowded race.

He called Hilton a truly fine man who can turn California around.

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Trump framed the state as having gone to hell with crime increasing and taxes the highest in the country.

The endorsement comes about a month before the June 2 primary.

It will help Hilton coalesce conservative support and reduce the risk of a 1-2 Republican finish.

California's top two primary creates complex dynamics.

Democrats feared their vote could splinter and let two Republicans advance.

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Trump's endorsement reduces that risk by consolidating conservative voters behind Hilton.

Political analysts say Democrats understand the math.

However, Trump is widely unpopular in heavily Democratic California.

Hilton is running on overhauling state government.

“President Donald Trump delivered a major endorsement in the California governor's race that could shake things up”

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He calls California an insane, bloated nanny state bureaucracy.

He promises to make California Califordable.

Trump promised federal support for Hilton's agenda.

The endorsement brings national attention and fundraising power.