Steve Hilton attacks Newsom government diaper program he says charges taxpayers triple retail cost California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton has criticized Governor Gavin Newsom’s $20 million state-funded diaper initiative. Hilton argues the program’s projected cost of $0.50 per diaper is three times higher than retail prices found at stores like Target. He also suggests the funds are being routed through politically connected nonprofit groups, leading to potential financial gains for insiders while taxpayers bear the cost.

• Steve Hilton criticizes California’s $20 million diaper initiative for low-income families.
• Hilton claims the program’s cost of $0.50 per diaper is three times higher than retail prices.
• He alleges the funds may be channeled through politically connected nonprofits.
• Other figures, including Marcus Lemonis and Joey Jones, have commented on the program or related state spending.
• Criticism focuses on perceived inefficiency and higher costs compared to direct parental support.