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California governor candidate Katie Porter cuts off interview after testy Trump exchange

Katie Porter faced criticism after a viral interview where she struggled to address how she would win over 40% of California voters who supported Donald Trump, despite leading with 18% support.

  • Katie Porter, a Democrat running for California Governor, left an interview with CBS News after being questioned about appealing to Donald Trump's supporters, calling the inquiries 'argumentative'.
  • A Zogby Strategies poll revealed Porter trailing Republican Steve Hilton by six points in a hypothetical matchup.
  • Critics from both parties, including former Assembly Speaker Antonio Villaraigosa, have questioned Porter’s ability to handle tough questions and solve problems effectively.
  • Porter must navigate a challenging political landscape with significant voter opposition.
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