Politics
Trump, without proof, claims ‘cheating’ in California vote, says federal probe underway
The president’s claims of cheating were predicted before the election by both elections experts and Democratic leaders in California, who dismissed them as baseless bluster from a president beset by low approval ratings.
Bass clears first hurdle, but if Pratt holds off Raman, the mayoral race could be a holy war
Spencer Pratt says he’s on a mission from God to save Los Angeles. He is currently running second to Mayor Karen Bass, ahead of Councilmember Nithya Raman.
Hilton and Becerra lead California’s unsettled governor’s race; Steyer faces elimination
Hilton, Becerra lead California governor’s race; Steyer may be out
A competitive governor’s race? Not only in California
President Trump’s endorsed candidate in the high-stakes Iowa governor’s race lost Tuesday — a rare defeat for a Trump-backed candidate.
One thing was clear on election night: Angelenos want change
If Spencer Pratt moves on to the general election and is serious about winning, he needs to learn from the political revolution pursued by his polar opposites, the local chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America.
In race for Pelosi’s seat, her famed political influence was a factor — but just one
Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-San Francisco), 86 and retiring, is still a political influence in the Bay Area, as seen by her endorsement of her replacement.
Youth, money, gender and other takeaways from California’s crazy gubernatorial primary
Money can’t buy love. The gubernatorial glass ceiling remains intact. California voters show — again — that boring can be beautiful. Five takeaways from the gubernatorial primary.
Two of music’s most powerful executives maxed out donations to Spencer Pratt
Pratt is a registered Republican whose rhetoric about homeless “zombies” rankled progressives. Powerful music executives gave him large donations.
3 big things to watch on California election night as ballots are counted
With so many key races expected to be tight, officials are warning it could takes days to know the outcome of California’s primary election. Here are some important things to watch as the results roll in.
Conservative school board president Sonja Shaw leads in primary for state superintendent
Shaw, a Republican, holds sizable lead in state superintendent race as Democratic contenders split votes. In second is San Diego board president Richard Barrera.