KQED's The California Report

Republican Steve Hilton Advances to November General Election, Beating Out Democrat Tom Steyer

June 10, 2026·10 min
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Millions of Californians who buy their own health insurance on Covered California are struggling to keep up with the cost. Now, Governor Gavin Newsom wants the state to chip in, and pay a bigger share of their monthly premiums. Reporter: Jackie Fortier, KFF Health News Republican Steve Hilton is advancing to the general election for California governor, edging out Democrat Tom Steyer for the second spot in the November race. Reporter: Guy Marzorati, KQED The White House is appealing a judge’s decision to strike down President Trump’s $100,000 fee on the H-1B visa. That’s Silicon Valley’s main pipeline for foreign talent. But this case is one of three, and Big Tech is still waiting to exhale. Reporter: Rachael Myrow, KQED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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