UK political disruptor Steve Hilton targets California governor’s runoff

Steve Hilton, once a central figure in David Cameron’s rise and a later Fox News host, is vying for a top-two slot in California’s gubernatorial primary, potentially breaking new ground for a British strategist in U.S. politics. Polls have him near or tied with Democrat Xavier Becerra, and even if he loses in November, advancing to the runoff would give him a platform to push his disruption-focused agenda. Critics question whether his campaign success translates into effective governance, while supporters argue his unorthodox approach could shake up California’s entrenched politics.