Former Fox News host Steve Hilton is running for California governor as a Republican, criticizing the state's housing policies and homelessness issues during his campaign. He is the second prominent Republican candidate to announce a bid, facing an uphill battle as the state hasn't elected a Republican governor since 2006.
Key Points
Former Fox News host running for California governor
Criticism of state housing policies and homelessness
Second prominent Republican candidate in the race
Pros
Addressing housing policies and homelessness issues in California
Challenging the status quo in state politics
Cons
Facing an uphill battle as a Republican candidate in a predominantly Democratic state