Steve Hilton Mail Voting Ad Draws Republican Criticism in California Race

An online mail voting ad for GOP candidate Steve Hilton uses sexual innuendo, drawing criticism in California’s governor race.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT

Steve Hilton Mail Voting Ad Draws Republican Criticism in California Race

An online ad promoting mail voting for Steve Hilton, a Republican candidate for governor in California, has drawn condemnation from Republicans, according to The New York Times.

The spot, titled “Just Try It,” relies heavily on sexual innuendo. Its approach has left both Republicans and Democrats following the race puzzled.

Originally reported by The New York Times. Read the full story at The New York Times

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