L.A. Times - Politics

Contributor: Xavier Becerra shows that his loyalty lies with fossil fuels

Bill McKibben — Wed, 6 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

It's not just that this California gubernatorial candidate has taken big donations from Chevron. The real tell was that he refused to take on Big Oil over climate change when other attorneys general were suing.

While ICE cracked down on L.A. protests, Marines were told to use force as 'last resort'

Andrea Castillo, Gavin J. Quinton — Wed, 6 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Documents obtained by nonprofit American Oversight show a glaring contrast between the training of Marines and that of immigration agents, who have been accused of using unnecessary force.

Arellano: How I learned to stop worrying about noncitizens voting in L.A. elections

Gustavo Arellano — Wed, 6 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

L.A. Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez wants to allow noncitizens to vote in city and school board elections. The proposal isn't as radical as it seems.

Tom Steyer tries to sell voters on his own personal change

Ben Wieder, Hayley Smith — Wed, 6 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Tom Steyer has sold himself to voters as an agent of change, but will they buy the billionaire's own transformation?

Top takeaways from fiery, at times ugly, California governor debate on CNN

Seema Mehta, Nicole Nixon, Kevin Rector — Wed, 6 May 2026 06:46:38 GMT

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. It was his first real test in a high-stakes race that remains unpredictable and highly volatile.

Commentary: Who won the California governor debate on CNN? Here's what our columnists say

Gustavo Arellano, Mark Z. Barabak, Anita Chabria — Wed, 6 May 2026 04:12:08 GMT

Villaraigosa had a strong night. Becerra projected steadiness. Bianco was the biggest loser. Where did all of this land with California voters?

Elections officials urge early mail-in voting, warn about 'misinformation'

Dakota Smith — Tue, 5 May 2026 23:28:12 GMT

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.

Push to oust L.A. city attorney grows as challenger gains support of D.A., police union

James Queally — Tue, 5 May 2026 21:18:00 GMT

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.

Operation Epic Fury against Iran 'is over,' Rubio says

Ana Ceballos, Nabih Bulos, Michael Wilner — Tue, 5 May 2026 15:16:17 GMT

The U.S. military campaign that launched the war with Iran, Operation Epic Fury, 'is over,' Secretary of State Marco Rubio says, telling reporters that a new defensive phase has begun to secure the Strait of Hormuz.

'Stuck with one another': Supreme Court resembles a feuding family

David G. Savage — Tue, 5 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Supreme Court justices try to maintain a cordial working relationship. But amid a sharp ideological divide, testy exchanges and simmering anger have been increasing.

As Kimmel mocks Trump, ABC's TV station licenses are under review — here's what that means

Stephen Battaglio — Tue, 5 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

It isn't easy to suspend a TV station's broadcast license, but it's happened before.

Fresh attacks in the gulf spark fears of renewed war with Iran

Nabih Bulos, Michael Wilner — Mon, 4 May 2026 20:07:16 GMT

A wave of fresh strikes on the United Arab Emirates and Oman, along with reports of attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, undermined confidence in the truce between the United States and Iran.

Supreme Court puts hold on ruling that would block mailing of abortion pills

David G. Savage — Mon, 4 May 2026 18:35:49 GMT

If the order is upheld, it would make it illegal for women in California and other states to obtain the pills through a pharmacy or by mail if they did not see a doctor first.

Kamala Harris endorses L.A. Mayor Karen Bass for reelection

Seema Mehta — Mon, 4 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Former Vice President Kamala Harris endorsed Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for reelection on Monday. The Democrats are longtime allies.

A push to shield immigrant aid workers is raising 1st Amendment concerns

Katie King — Mon, 4 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California Assembly Bill 2624 would create an address confidentiality program for immigrant aid workers, prohibiting the posting of their personal information online to prevent harassment.

Taxes, program cuts and Newsom's legacy on the line in budget negotiations

Taryn Luna — Sun, 3 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

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.

Cole Allen's journey from young athlete and Caltech grad to accused gunman in D.C. attack

Connor Sheets, Paige St. John, Alene Tchekmedyian, Ruben Vives, James Queally — Sun, 3 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Cole Tomas Allen, 'a godly person' and indie video game developer, allegedly attempted to assassinate President Trump at the White House correspondents' dinner.

Barabak: Not too early, not too late. Here's the sweet spot for voting in California

Mark Z. Barabak — Sun, 3 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

As ballots arrive at homes throughout the state, residents have to decide when to vote, so they can respond to late-breaking events but not risk their ballot arriving too late to count.

A defiant Iran leaves Trump with few options

Michael Wilner — Sat, 2 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A legal deadline for congressional authorization threatens to increase pressure on the administration — and underscore lagging support for the unpopular war.

Your guide to the California Congressional District 27 race: Santa Clarita and the Antelope Valley

Clara Harter — Fri, 1 May 2026 16:54:27 GMT

California Congressional District 27 race: Incumbent George Whitesides and GOP opponent Jason Gibbs compete in a district redrawn under Proposition 50.

Your guide to the L.A. City Council District 5 race: Katy Yaroslavsky faces two challengers

Sandra McDonald — Fri, 1 May 2026 16:33:27 GMT

L.A.'s housing policies take center stage in Westside race pitting incumbent Yaroslavsky against challengers Mantel and Oyler.

Where to vote in California's June 2026 primary election

Dakota Smith, Karen Garcia — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

As the June primary election nears, Californians soon will begin voting by mail, drop box and in person. Here's what you should know about where to submit your ballot.

Your guide to the L.A. Unified Board of Education District 4 race: Nick Melvoin vs. Ankur Patel

Howard Blume — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

L.A. Unified Board of Education District 4 race will feature incumbent Nick Melvoin and challenger Ankur Patel. Here is your election guide.

Your guide to the L.A. City Council District 15 race: Tim McOsker vs. Jordan Rivers

Sandra McDonald — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Jordan Rivers, 22, is challenging incumbent Tim McOsker for the L.A. City Council District 15 seat representing the Harbor area and Watts.

Your guide to L.A. County's proposed healthcare sales tax

Rebecca Ellis — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Faced with federal funding cuts, L.A. County voters will be asked this June if they want to pay a little more at the register to shore up the region's public health system.

Your guide to the California Congressional District 45 race: Derek Tran faces five challengers

Andrew J. Campa — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California Congressional District 45 race: Democrat Derek Tran, who won by just over 600 votes in 2024, faces five Republican challengers to represent this Orange County district.

Voter guide to the 2026 California primary election

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California's primary election takes place on June 2. Learn about L.A.'s city and county races and others for state offices.

Your guide to the L.A. city attorney's race: three against Hydee Feldstein Soto

David Zahniser — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Hydee Feldstein Soto faces challengers Aida Ashouri, John McKinney and Marissa Roy in the L.A. city attorney race. Here is your election guide.

Your guide to the California secretary of state race: Democrat Shirley Weber vs. Republican Don Wagner

Melody Gutierrez — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Democrat Shirley Weber, the incumbent, faces Republican Don Wagner in the race for California secretary of state. Here is your election guide.

Your guide to the California state schools superintendent race: wide-open race to replace Tony Thurmond

Howard Blume — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The California state schools superintendent race is wide-open. Ten candidates are competing to succeed two-term incumbent Tony Thurmond.

Your guide to the L.A. County District 3 supervisor's race: Lindsey Horvath faces three challengers

Andrew J. Campa — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Supervisor Lindsey Horvath was a West Hollywood city councilmember when she first ran in 2022 in a six-person primary and is now the political veteran in a race that features three newcomers.

Your guide to L.A. City Measure CB: taxing illegal cannabis businesses

Sandra McDonald — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

L.A.'s measure CB represents a hope to crack down on illegal cannabis businesses by closing a legal loophole. Opponents say the measure may normalize illegal activity.

Your guide to the California Congressional District 26 race: the battle for Julia Brownley's seat

Clara Harter — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California Congressional District 26 race: Democrats and Republicans will compete for Julia Brownley's seat representing Ventura County's suburbs and agricultural communities.

Your guide to the California Congressional District 47 race: the battle for Orange County

Hannah Fry — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California Congressional District 47 race: Democratic incumbent Dave Min defends his Orange County seat after redistricting transformed it into a safely Democratic area.

Your guide to the California state controller race: Democrat Malia Cohen faces challengers

Dakota Smith — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Incumbent Malia Cohen faces Republican Herb Morgan and the Peace and Freedom Party's Meghann Adams in the California state controller election.

Your guide to L.A.'s Measure TT: hotel bed tax increase

Sandra McDonald — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

What is measure TT? The proposition looks to increase the city's hotel and short-term rental bed tax by 2% until the end of the Olympics, and 1% thereafter.

Your guide to L.A.'s Measure TC: tax on hotel bookings by online companies

Sandra McDonald — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Measure TC would require online travel companies to pay taxes on their markups to L.A. customers. Proponents say the change would level the playing field between hotels and their online travel company counterparts.

Your guide to the L.A. City Council District 9 race: six candidates seek South L.A. seat

Noah Goldberg — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Curren Price will be replaced by one of six Latino candidates after 12 years representing this South L.A. district that's been represented by a Black council member since 1963.

Your guide to the L.A. City Council District 1 race: Four challengers take on Eunisses Hernandez

David Zahniser — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Incumbent Eunisses Hernandez seeks a second term in City Council District 1, facing a quartet of challengers who say her progressive record has failed the neighborhood.

Your guide to the L.A. City Council District 3 race: Who will replace Bob Blumenfield?

David Zahniser — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Three Woodland Hills residents are competing for the open 3rd District City Council seat in the southwest San Fernando Valley after term limits force out incumbent Bob Blumenfield.

Your guide to the California lieutenant governor's race: long line to replace Eleni Kounalakis

Katie King — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

More than a dozen candidates are competing to replace Eleni Kounalakis in the California lieutenant governor's race.

Your guide to the L.A. County assessor race: Incumbent Jeff Prang faces four challengers

Jack Flemming — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Five candidates are running for L.A. County assessor, and topics such as transparency and Proposition 13 are top of mind. Here is your election guide.

Your guide to the California attorney general race: Rob Bonta vs. Michael Gates

Kevin Rector — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Incumbent Rob Bonta faces challengers, including Republican Michael Gates, after Democrats cleared the path in the California Attorney General race.

Your guide to the L.A. City Council District 11 race: Traci Park vs. Faizah Malik

Noah Goldberg — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Challenger Faizah Malik is backed by Democratic Socialists of America in the District 11 race. Police and fire unions support incumbent Traci Park.

Your guide to the L.A. County District 1 supervisor's race: Who will replace Hilda Solis?

Andrew Khouri — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

After more than a decade, Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis is termed out, opening a contest for a sprawling 1st District stretching from Silver Lake to Pomona that represents nearly 2 million people.

Your guide to the L.A. County sheriff's race: Robert Luna faces seven challengers

Salvador Hernandez — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Incumbent Robert Luna will take on a crowded field in the race for Los Angeles County sheriff. Key issues include oversight, jail conditions, recruitment and boosting department morale.

Arellano: The future of Latino politics just played out in Whittier

Gustavo Arellano — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Whittier elected a Latino-majority council for the first time in the city's history. But for the three winning Latino candidates, their ethnicity was an afterthought.

Your guide to the California Congressional District 40 race: Orange County and the Inland Empire

Hannah Fry — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Two Republican House incumbents, Young Kim and Ken Calvert, share the newly drawn 40th District after redistricting and face a Democratic field spanning Orange and Riverside counties.

Your guide to the California insurance commissioner's race: Who will replace Ricardo Lara?

Laurence Darmiento — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Who will replace Ricardo Lara in the California insurance commissioner's race? More than a half-dozen candidates, four Democrats and five Republicans, are competing in the election.

DOJ case threatens Southern Poverty Law Center's mission monitoring California hate groups

Sonja Sharp — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

For years, the Southern Poverty Law Center has been one of the few groups monitoring activity by far-right extremists in California. But the organization was recently charged with fraud and money laundering by the Trump administration.

Your guide to the L.A. City Council District 13 race: Hugo Soto-Martínez faces three challengers

Melissa Gomez — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

L.A. City Council District 13 race will feature incumbent Hugo Soto-Martínez and challengers Colter Carlisle, Rich Sarian and Dylan Kendall. Here is your election guide.

Your guide to the L.A. County Superior Court judge elections: every competitive race

Jon Regardie — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Fifteen Los Angeles Superior Court seats go to voters June 2, with only 11 races featuring competitive contests between two or more candidates. Here is your voter guide.

Your guide to the race for L.A. mayor: Four major challengers look to unseat Karen Bass

David Zahniser — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Karen Bass faces Spencer Pratt, Nithya Raman and more in the L.A. mayoral race. Here's where the leading candidates stand on issues like housing, homelessness and public safety.

Behind the Trump administration's detentions of L.A. Iranians, a divided diaspora

Suhauna Hussain — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In L.A., home to the largest Iranian diaspora, a vocal segment has joined forces with Trump-aligned far-right activists to wage campaigns against other Iranians.

Your guide to the L.A. city controller race: Kenneth Mejia faces challenger Zach Sokoloff

Melissa Gomez — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Incumbent Kenneth Mejia, who is running for a second term, faces challenger Zach Sokoloff in the L.A. City Controller race.

Your guide to the California Congressional District 48 race: A battleground that could reshape Congress

Gavin J. Quinton — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California's 48th District flipped from Republican stronghold to Democratic-leaning territory after redistricting, setting up a race that could determine control of Congress and challenge President Trump.

Your guide to the California governor candidates' views on housing and homelessness

Andrew Khouri — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Eight gubernatorial candidates offer competing visions for California's housing affordability and homelessness crises, revealing deep ideological divides over whether solutions require more supply, less regulation or expanded social services.

Coded messages, 'red boxing' and other allegations in California's testy race for governor

Seema Mehta — Fri, 1 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Becerra's campaign website added strategic messaging often used to signal priorities to independent expenditure committees that cannot coordinate directly with the campaign.

Legal battle to halt Nexstar-Tegna TV station merger expands with five new states

Meg James — Fri, 1 May 2026 00:13:31 GMT

With the addition of the five new states, California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta's battle to block the merger is now bipartisan.

Cole Tomas Allen, Torrance man accused of trying to kill Trump at press gala, to remain jailed until trial

Kevin Rector — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:44:50 GMT

Allen, charged with attempting to assassinate the president, agreed to his ongoing detention during a brief hearing in federal court in Washington on Thursday.

Your guide to the L.A. Unified Board of Education District 6 race: Incumbent Kelly Gonez is unopposed

Howard Blume — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:14:52 GMT

Two-term incumbent Kelly Gonez is unopposed for the L.A. Unified Board of Education District 6 seat. Here is your voting guide.

Your guide to the L.A. Unified Board of Education District 2 race: Rocío Rivas vs. Raquel Zamora

Howard Blume — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:09:53 GMT

L.A. Unified Board of Education District 2 race will feature incumbent Rocío Rivas and challenger Raquel Zamora. Here is your election guide.

Cole Allen case reveals Secret Service failures that could have led to tragedy at D.C. gala

Kevin Rector, Richard Winton — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:05:15 GMT

New details about alleged gunman Cole Allen's dash into the White House correspondents' dinner attended by President Trump puts the Secret Service in hot seat.

Supreme Court leans in favor of Trump's bid to end protections for Syrian, Haitian migrants

David G. Savage — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:59:21 GMT

Trump's lawyers say Congress gave the Department of Homeland Security, not judges, the power to end Temporary Protective Status granted earlier.

Gas prices, wildfire, insurance, climate — what each gubernatorial candidate said last night

Blanca Begert — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:01:42 GMT

Gubernatorial candidates laid out their views on climate and energy issues from the gas tax to the wildfire insurance crisis facing California.

'Earthquake': Supreme Court limits Voting Rights Act in setback for Black Democrats, boost for GOP

David G. Savage, Ana Ceballos — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:00:23 GMT

The ruling in a Louisiana case appears to clear the way for Republican-led states across the South to redraw election maps and eliminate voting districts that favor Black or Latino candidates.

John Seymour, Anaheim mayor and U.S. senator, dies at 88

Gustavo Arellano — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Republican John Seymour, a former Anaheim mayor and state and U.S. senator, died April 18 at his home in Carlsbad. He was 88.

Candidates for governor scrap in fiery debate that may grab voter attention, finally

Nicole Nixon, Seema Mehta — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:52:12 GMT

Days before voting begins in California's June primary, top candidates running for governor clash in a debate hosted by CBS stations and Pomona College.

With Kimmel under fire, FCC moves to review ABC's TV station licenses

Stephen Battaglio — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:59:49 GMT

The Disney Co.-owned ABC station licenses are under scrutiny as the company faces ire over late-night gags about the White House Correspondents' Assn. dinner.

King Charles is the second British monarch to address Congress, but tensions shadow the moment

Ana Ceballos — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:55:06 GMT

King Charles III emphasized in addressing a joint session of Congress that 'America's words carry weight and meaning,' and that its actions 'matter even more.'

Jimmy Kimmel explains 'expectant widow' comment, declines to apologize

Meg James — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:26:02 GMT

'It was a joke about their age difference,' Kimmel said during Monday's telecast, noting that the line aired before Saturday's shooting.

Supreme Court will hear Trump's bid to end legal protection for up to 1.3 million immigrants

Andrea Castillo — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Since President Trump returned to office last year, his administration has repeatedly revoked or sought to deny the extension of temporary protections for immigrants from numerous countries.

Commentary: A cheat sheet for the California governor debate: Here's what to watch for

Gustavo Arellano, Mark Z. Barabak, Anita Chabria — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Candidates in California's race for governor meet Tuesday for the second of three planned debates. Times columnists Gustavo Arellano, Mark Z. Barabak and Anita Chabria weigh in.

Torrance man charged with attempt to assassinate Trump; records detail alleged 'manifesto'

Ben Wieder, Kevin Rector, Michael Wilner — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:32:44 GMT

The suspect in the White House correspondents' dinner shooting faces numerous counts related to his alleged attempt to assassinate numerous Trump administration officials.

Supreme Court wary of barring police from phone searches to find crime suspects

David G. Savage — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:33:41 GMT

A divided Supreme Court heard arguments on whether the police use of phone tracking data violates the Constitution's protection against "unreasonable searches."

Becerra's surge in California governor race draws fresh scrutiny to candidacy, long government record

Kevin Rector — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Xavier Becerra says he is the best candidate for California governor because of his long experience in government. His critics say that same record shows poor leadership on his part.

Billionaire-tax backers say they have enough signatures to qualify for ballot

Seema Mehta — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:13:39 GMT

The Service Employees International Union-United Healthcare Workers West launched the effort to counter massive healthcare funding cuts that President Trump signed last year.

We were there: Hearing gunfire and ducking for cover at the D.C. dinner shooting

Gavin J. Quinton, Andrea Castillo — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:08:03 GMT

The Times had six reporters at the dinner, seated at a table near the right side of the stage. Here's what happened when the shooting started.

Shooter's path to White House press gala prompts security questions

Justine McDaniel, Michael Wilner — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:31:42 GMT

The incident raised immediate questions about the night's security protocol. Trump called the hotel "not a particularly secure building," but also said the room was "very, very secure."

Trump was set to 'let it rip' with the press. Then came shots, chaos and a call for unity

Ana Ceballos — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:11:29 GMT

Trump said he would like to reschedule the event within the next month, adding that he will make an "entirely different speech" — one that he said will be focused on "love."

From tuxedos to trenches: How media's biggest black-tie party became a violent story

Stephen Battaglio — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:53:33 GMT

Cameras were out after shots were fired at the Washington Hilton and the year's biggest party turned into a work night for journalists.

D.C. gala gunman wrote 'manifesto,' traveled from California before attack, officials say

Kevin Rector, Alene Tchekmedyian, Connor Sheets, Tony Briscoe — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:08:19 GMT

The man accused of breaching security to attack a Washington press gala wrote an anti-Trump "manifesto" and traveled from California, officials said.

Critics slam Trump's purge of National Science Board: 'Wholesale evisceration of American leadership in science'

Jenny Jarvie — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:48:29 GMT

With Trump purging the National Science Board, and the NSF director seat vacant, scientists warn of a shift away from fundamental research toward a narrow focus on AI.

Barabak: The congressional landmine stirring fears about the midterm election — and a Trump power grab

Mark Z. Barabak — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A constitutional provision allowing Congress to determine its makeup has some worried a Democratic victory could be nullified. Skepticism abounds, but Trump has repeatedly breached long-standing norms.

Sexual misconduct scandals in Washington spark scramble for reforms, expedited investigations

Ana Ceballos — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Scandals and resignations have reignited a debate about whether Washington's rules and institutions for self-oversight can keep pace with the unfolding misconduct.

National parks brace for summer surge as Trump administration proposes more staff cuts

Justine McDaniel — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The push to cut the park system even further has underscored ongoing questions about how smoothly parks can operate as warm weather and summer vacations draw tourists.

Trump rushed off stage after shooting at White House Correspondents' Assn. dinner

Gavin J. Quinton, Justine McDaniel, Ruben Vives — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:12:57 GMT

The president was hurried out of the room and his security detail responded with weapons drawn after a disturbance at the event in Washington. Trump said he is safe and, according to the Secret Service, a person is in custody.

Voter ID controversy headed for California with initiative on November ballot

Jenny Jarvie, Dakota Smith — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:45:18 GMT

Critics of California's voter ID initiative, including voting rights advocates and many legal scholars, say the ballot measure addresses a problem that does not exist.

Justice Department drops criminal investigation of Fed chair Powell, likely clearing way for Warsh

Ben Wieder, Gavin J. Quinton — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:40:22 GMT

The Justice Department has ended its investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, clearing a major roadblock to the confirmation of his likely successor, Kevin Warsh.

Contributor: Carlson's cautious apology does little to repair Trumpism's damage

Matt K. Lewis — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The podcaster is not conceding that the 'Never Trump' crowd got it right — which is what we have been dying to hear for a decade.

Granderson: Tucker Carlson's reversal on Trump is a familiar script

LZ Granderson — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:01:00 GMT

Everyone has that line they won't cross for the president. For this podcaster and Fox News alumnus, Trump's war in Iran was the breaking point.

Democratic governors, including potential presidential candidates, attend major L.A. fundraiser

Seema Mehta — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Democratic governors, some eyeing 2028 presidential bids, gathered in Los Angeles for a big-dollar party fundraiser.

House Oversight chair says some members support a Ghislaine Maxwell pardon

Ben Wieder, Ana Ceballos, Justine McDaniel — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:03:39 GMT

Rep. James Comer told Politico that "a lot of people" support the idea of Maxwell receiving a pardon from President Trump in exchange for her cooperation in the committee's investigation.

Chabria: 90 minutes, 6 gubernatorial candidates, zero big moments — but some differences that matter

Anita Chabria — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:29:18 GMT

In between the yawns, there were a couple of answers worth noting in Wednesday's California gubernatorial debate.

Arellano: Stop being so chill, Xavier Becerra. Fight for California's future

Gustavo Arellano — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:47:16 GMT

Being careful has served Becerra well, but this is the greatest opportunity of his life. It's six weeks until the primary, so time to throw down.

Warner Bros. shareholders approve controversial $111-billion Paramount takeover

Meg James — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:23:11 GMT

The massive merger still needs approval by regulators in the U.S. and abroad; industry opposition has been growing.

Trump signals commitment to help with L.A. fire recovery at meeting with Bass, Barger

Justine McDaniel, Gavin J. Quinton, Ana Ceballos — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:54:57 GMT

The mayor and county supervisor said they had a "high-level discussion" with the president, sharing stories about what fire survivors are experiencing day to day.

Top candidates for California governor spar over wealth, experience and race in fiery debate

Seema Mehta, Nicole Nixon — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:39:19 GMT

The debate took place at a critical moment in the gubernatorial race. Ballots will start landing in mailboxes in less than two weeks, and voters are split by a crowded field of candidates.

Angry Altadena residents ask officials to halt Edison's undergrounding work

Melody Petersen — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:54:11 GMT

Eaton wildfire survivors' anger about Southern California Edison's burying of electric wires in Altadena boiled over Tuesday, with residents calling on government officials to temporarily halt the work.