California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton posted a video from outside Swensen’s ice cream shop in San Francisco showing him holding a double-scoop cone and praising the classic local spot. In the accompanying caption, Hilton stated that Biden “ruined ice cream for everyone” but said he had to stop there anyway. The clip has drawn attention online, with users reacting to the mix of the casual ice cream moment and the political reference in the comments.
The video was posted on X by Steve Hilton (@SteveHiltonx). In the clip, Hilton stands outside Swensen’s ice cream shop in San Francisco holding a double-scoop cone. He describes it as an amazing San Francisco spot, says “I’ve never been to Swensen’s,” and calls it an “absolutely classic San Francisco shop.” He then states, “I know I shouldn’t be having ice cream; I gotta lose weight. But we were going past it, and I had to get it. Swiss Orange Chip, Thin Mint.”
Hilton’s accompanying caption reads, “I know Biden ruined ice cream for everyone, but I had to stop at Swensen’s in San Francisco!” The short video focuses on the ice cream stop and does not show events before or after his remarks.
Public Divide Over Hilton’s San Francisco Ice Cream Stop
Some users criticized the Biden reference, with one writing, “Leave Biden and his voters out of it. A governor should sound like a leader, not a cable news commentator.”
Another called him a “*expletive* hater” and said, “You will lose in a landslide. Running a campaign on hate and division is why our country is a total mess.”
A third commented, “You are a petty little man,” while others described the post as “Childish” or said, “You’re out of touch.”
Other commenters focused on the ice cream itself or offered support. One wrote, “There’s still a Swensen’s?! I used to love Swensen’s.” Another said, “You have my vote, Steve. California needs change.”
A viewer noted, “Swensen’s is the best,” and one added, “I hope you were able to enjoy The City of my birth… Big win for you, Mr Hilton.”
For now, the video forms part of the wider online conversation surrounding Steve Hilton’s campaign for California governor. Viewers continue to debate the mix of personal moment and political jab in the clip.
