California Republicans decline gubernatorial endorsement after candidates fail to reach 60 percent threshold
California Republican Gubernatorial Endorsement·April 12 – April 13, 2026
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California Republicans decline gubernatorial endorsement after candidates fail to reach 60 percent threshold
The California Republican Party decided not to endorse a candidate for the 2026 governor's race during its state convention. No contender reached the necessary 60 percent delegate threshold required for an official party endorsement California Republicans snub Trump. This outcome occurred despite former President Donald Trump's public support for candidate Steve Hilton Trump-backed candidate suffers blow. Delegates were split between Hilton and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco California Republicans risk Trump's wrath. While some members favored Bianco, the party ultimately chose to remain neutral for the primary Republicans break with Trump. This move highlights a divide within the state party regarding Trump's influence on local elections.
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