Hilton ‘Would Be Honored’ to Have Pratt Join His CA Gov Team
California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton announced that Spencer Pratt will have a position in his governor’s office following the conclusion of Pratt’s mayoral campaign.
The former Fox News commentator appeared on the conservative news network earlier Monday and informed Martha MacCallum that he admired the vigor that the reality star-turned-politician contributed to Los Angeles.
“I would be honored to have him in any kind of role,” Hilton said.
“I haven’t spoken to him since the election results, but of course, he made a huge impact,” Hilton added.
Hilton expressed a desire to have Pratt appointed to a position addressing issues he advocated for, such as homelessness and fire safety.
Hilton, endorsed by President Donald Trump, has progressed to the gubernatorial general election.
He will confront Democratic candidate and former California Attorney General Xavier Becerra.
The Democratic candidates divided the votes among themselves, enabling Hilton to become a leading contender.
California conducts nonpartisan primary elections. This year, Californians will have the option to select between a Republican and a Democrat.
Hilton expressed regret regarding the nonpartisan electoral system, asserting that it diminishes options for Californians.
“[Pratt] gave hope in Los Angeles,” Hilton added.
“I actually think it’s a travesty that we have this top-two system, which meant that in L.A. there’s not the same chance to vote for change as we’re now going to have statewide,” Hilton said.
Pratt was iced out of the L.A. mayoral election by progressive candidate Councilmember Nithya Raman on Monday.
Raman will contend against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the general election this November.
Pratt, for his part, is not going away without a fight.
Pratt is again claiming that he has audio recordings that could have major political consequences for either Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass or her Democratic challenger, City Councilmember Nithya Raman.
Pratt is continuing his public feud with city leaders following his loss in the mayoral primary.
In a video posted to social media Friday, the former reality television personality said he is no longer bound by the constraints of a political campaign and vowed to release a recording that he claims captures either Bass or Raman “doing and saying something that would make her resign in shame.”
Pratt did not provide evidence to support the allegation or identify which official was allegedly captured in the recording.
His remarks nevertheless sparked speculation online as observers debated the potential target and the nature of the material he says he intends to release.
“I was saving it for the general election. Go ahead and pick your demon, certify your choice, and then you get to see it,” he added.
“So Karen and Nithya, ask yourself – is it possible that one of your employees may have a recording of you doing and saying something that would force you to resign in disgrace?” he continued.
Pratt, who ran as a right-leaning independent, emerged as a surprisingly competitive candidate during the race but ultimately fell short in the June 2 mayoral primary.
Under Los Angeles’ election system, the two candidates receiving the most votes advance to the general election regardless of party affiliation.
Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, a Democrat, quickly secured her place in the runoff after receiving 34.3% of the vote.
The battle for the second spot remained unresolved for several days as ballots continued to be counted before Raman, a socialist-leaning Democrat, ultimately pulled ahead, leaving many critics to cry foul.
Final results showed Raman capturing 29% of the vote, compared with Pratt’s 25.5%, ending the independent candidate’s bid to advance to the general election while cementing a runoff between two Democratic candidates.
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💥 PRESS DEBUT DISASTER!
Katie Zacharia’s Awkward First White House Press Briefing Draws National Attention
Katie Zacharia’s first appearance behind the White House podium quickly became a major talking point after several uncomfortable moments overshadowed her debut as President Donald Trump’s new press secretary.
The October 13 briefing lasted approximately 14 minutes, with Zacharia answering questions from only three news outlets before ending the session. Her short appearance immediately attracted widespread media attention.
Zacharia had recently been selected to replace former press secretary Karoline Leavitt, stepping into a highly visible role responsible for communicating the administration’s positions to journalists and the American public.
From the opening minutes, observers noticed her reliance on prepared notes. She delivered a lengthy account of Trump’s accomplishments, frequently looking down at the script instead of maintaining eye contact with reporters.
Her delivery also attracted criticism, with commentators describing her voice as hesitant and her presentation as unusually stiff. Others questioned whether the administration had given its newest spokesperson enough preparation time.
Much of the briefing focused on praising Trump’s economic agenda, energy policies, rally attendance, and political achievements. The extended list of talking points left relatively little time for substantive exchanges with journalists.
One particularly awkward moment occurred when Zacharia discussed the challenge of balancing her demanding position with family life. She explained that spending evenings away from her four children was unacceptable to her.
She then accidentally referred to her husband as “my president” before immediately correcting herself with “my husband.” Recognizing the slip, she added a brief joke, creating the briefing’s most widely discussed moment.
The verbal mix-up spread rapidly through news coverage and social media, becoming a defining image of her first appearance. Critics treated it as evidence of nervousness, while others viewed it as an ordinary human mistake.
Her response to a question about U.S. intelligence sharing with Ukraine also drew attention. When asked whether Washington had stopped sharing intelligence with Kyiv, Zacharia replied that she would have to get back to the reporter.
The exchange was brief, but it highlighted the difficulty of responding to sensitive foreign policy questions without immediately having the necessary information. Reporters continued seeking answers as the briefing moved forward.
Another significant announcement concerned Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. ambassador to Greece. Zacharia told reporters that the administration had asked Guilfoyle to resign, unexpectedly introducing a personnel development into the short briefing.
The announcement generated additional headlines and demonstrated that, despite the awkward delivery, Zacharia’s first appearance included consequential political news. Her handling of the announcement, however, also attracted scrutiny from commentators.
Questions about her readiness soon emerged among political observers and some administration allies. The Wall Street Journal described the debut as rocky, reporting that her nervous presentation prompted questions about the decision to put her before cameras so quickly.
The brief question-and-answer session was another unusual feature. After taking questions from Breitbart News, Fox News, and the Daily Mail, Zacharia announced that reporters could ask Trump questions directly as he prepared to leave.
Her decision to end the briefing after such limited questioning became another focus of criticism. Regular White House briefings often involve extended exchanges, making the short session particularly noticeable to journalists and political commentators.
Despite the criticism, Trump publicly defended his new press secretary. Asked about her performance, the president said he thought she had done very well, offering a clear show of support following the difficult debut.
The White House also presented the briefing positively, describing Zacharia’s performance as commanding. That assessment contrasted with critical media coverage, illustrating how differently supporters and detractors interpreted the same appearance.
Zacharia’s debut has therefore become an early test of her ability to manage a demanding communications role. Future briefings will offer a clearer indication of whether she can develop greater confidence and handle sustained questioning.
For now, the accidental “my president” remark remains the most memorable moment from her first appearance. Whether the incident becomes a brief viral embarrassment or a lasting political talking point will depend on what follows.
