# President Donald Trump endorsed Steve Hilton, a former television commentator, over Chad Bianco, the Riverside County sheriff.

*business · news · 2026-04-08 · Santa Clarita Valley Signal*

## Key points

- Donald Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, bypassing fellow Republican Chad Bianco.
- Trump's endorsement reduces the likelihood of two Republicans advancing in California's top-two primary.
- A recent Democratic poll showed Hilton and Bianco tied, both ahead of any Democratic candidate.
- Trump's move may save Democrats tens of millions they would have spent to avoid a GOP lockout.

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