California Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton has sparked controversy after suggessting that he will investigate voter fraud in the state's recent primary election, despite acknowledging that such fraud is rare and inconsequential to election outcomes.

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Hilton's stance has been criticized by many, who argue that he should be standing up to President Trump's lies and promoting the values of democracy and fair elections.

The California primary election has been marred by controversy, with some voters expressing concerns about the accuracy of the vote count and the potential for fraud .

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Some have accused Hilton of jumping on the bandwagon of conspiracy theories and promoting a narrative that is both false and racist.

Others have criticized him for not being clear enough in his condemnation of Trump's lies and for not standing up for the values of democracy and fair elections.

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Experts have pointed out that the evidence does not support the claim of widespread voter fraud,and that the system in place to ensure accurate results is robust.

The issue has sparked a heated debate about the role of conspiracy theories in politics and the importance of promoting fact-based information.