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Relationship with the Trump administration

“California's leaders should fight the Trump administration in court rather than seek a cooperative relationship.”

Where candidates stand on this statement, based only on what they or a cited source have said.

California has sued the federal government over immigration, environmental and funding decisions. Supporters say it protects state law and residents; others say cooperation would bring more federal help.

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Strongly disagreesDisagreesMixedAgreesStrongly agrees

Governor

Xavier BecerraDemocraticStrongly agrees

Makes fighting President Trump a central part of his platform and would keep suing as governor.

“He says he would adopt a similar stance with Trump as governor on such issues as immigration and environmental policy.”
Steve HiltonRepublicanStrongly disagrees

Expects a positive, cooperative relationship with President Trump, who endorsed him.

“He has said he expects to have a positive, cooperative relationship with the president and believes that relationship will help California secure more federal help.”

Attorney General

Rob BontaDemocraticStrongly agrees

Has filed or joined more than 50 lawsuits against the second Trump administration.

“Since the reelection of Donald Trump, Bonta has filed or joined more than 50 lawsuits against his administration.”
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