Politics
Two winners, one loser in L.A. mayor’s debate
What’s shocking about Nithya Raman’s flop is that she should know how important it is to project well to a television audience, given that her husband is a screenwriter.
California under pressure — again — as partisan redistricting wars escalate
A U.S. Supreme Court ruling limiting the Voting Rights Act has some Democrats asking whether California could go further in redrawing maps to target GOP districts.
Abortion access just took another blow. California wasn’t spared
The Supreme Court will decide whether to take a case that could severely limit telehealth abortions. Even if the justices don’t take it up, reproductive healthcare will face more attacks.
Push to oust L.A. city attorney grows as challenger gains support of D.A., police union
Los Angeles County Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman and the union that represents rank-and-file LAPD officers announced their support for John McKinney in the city attorney’s race Tuesday.
Election officials urge early mail-in voting, warn about ‘misinformation’
State elections officials warned voters Tuesday to send their mail-in ballots in early after changes at the U.S. Postal Service that have led to slower mail service throughout California.
Tom Steyer tries to sell voters on his own personal change
Tom Steyer has sold himself to voters as an agent of change, but will they buy the billionaire’s own transformation?
Taxes, program cuts and Newsom’s legacy on the line in budget negotiations
Whether Gov. Gavin Newsom solves California’s chronic spending deficit or dumps the problem on the next governor will define his legacy as a steward of trillions in taxpayer dollars.
Who won the California governor debate on CNN? Here’s what our columnists say
Villaraigosa had a strong night. Becerra projected steadiness. Bianco was the biggest loser. Where did all of this land with California voters?
Top takeaways from fiery, at times ugly, California governor debate on CNN
Democrat Xavier Becerra’s rapid rise in California’s race for governor made him a ripe and constant target during a combative nationally televised debate Tuesday evening.
Trump’s Indiana victories send a warning to Republican dissenters
The results will likely bolster President Trump’s confidence heading into upcoming Republican primaries where he wants to help oust more incumbents, including U.S Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana and U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky.