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fromThe Mercury News
32 minutes ago

State Sen. Scott Wiener prepares to run for Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat

"I've been clear that I intend to run for this seat whenever the race opens up, whether in 2026 or 2028. This filing is a critical step to prepare for the serious work of running to succeed one of the icons of American politics."
US politics
#local-governance
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: State's leaders are the cause of our high cost of living

California's high costs stem from local leadership failures, not national tariffs or economic conditions.
MDUSD must prioritize community resources like KVHS despite budget constraints.
Recent tax bill poses risks to clean energy initiatives.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: State's leaders are the cause of our high cost of living

California's high costs stem from local leadership failures, not national tariffs or economic conditions.
MDUSD must prioritize community resources like KVHS despite budget constraints.
Recent tax bill poses risks to clean energy initiatives.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Letters: By electing Tordillos, S.J. District 3 rejects corporate influence

Thank you, District 3 voters, for standing up for what's right. Your voices were loud and clear: We will not allow PG&E to buy influence on our City Council.
US politics
#gavin-newsom
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom returns to Trump resistance rhetoric amid Los Angeles protests clash

Gov. Gavin Newsom is re-emerging as a fierce critic of Donald Trump, signaling a shift in his political strategy amid aspirations for the presidency.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Walters: Legislature slows Newsom's fast-tracking of Delta Tunnel project

Newsom strategically uses the budget process to expedite controversial legislation, bypassing rigorous debate.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Their political futures uncertain, Newsom and Harris go on the road to Compton to feed young dreams

Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom are navigating uncertain political futures amid speculation about their ambitions for 2028 and California's 2026 gubernatorial race.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom returns to Trump resistance rhetoric amid Los Angeles protests clash

Gavin Newsom is re-emerging as a prominent critic of Trump amidst heightened tensions over federal troop deployment in California.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom returns to Trump resistance rhetoric amid Los Angeles protests clash

Gov. Gavin Newsom is re-emerging as a fierce critic of Donald Trump, signaling a shift in his political strategy amid aspirations for the presidency.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Walters: Legislature slows Newsom's fast-tracking of Delta Tunnel project

Newsom strategically uses the budget process to expedite controversial legislation, bypassing rigorous debate.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Their political futures uncertain, Newsom and Harris go on the road to Compton to feed young dreams

Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom are navigating uncertain political futures amid speculation about their ambitions for 2028 and California's 2026 gubernatorial race.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom returns to Trump resistance rhetoric amid Los Angeles protests clash

Gavin Newsom is re-emerging as a prominent critic of Trump amidst heightened tensions over federal troop deployment in California.
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

If Rick Caruso were California's next governor, it'd be all about attacking regulation

Still, there's a whole bunch of things we need to be doing underneath that umbrella of reducing regulations.
Los Angeles
fromwww.pressenterprise.com
5 days ago

Police release search warrant in California state senator's DUI investigation

Cervantes has accused the Sacramento Police of treating her unfairly due to her race and sexual orientation, claiming that the affidavit is flawed and misleading.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

JD Vance Jose' Remark Offensive To Latinos And To The Vice Presidency

Vance's reference to California Senator Alex Padilla as "Jose" drew criticism, with Governor Gavin Newsom noting it was disrespectful and not an accidental slip.
US politics
fromSan Jose Inside
1 week ago

Legislature Moves to Keep Billionaire Election Giveaways Out of California

Umberg's bill aims to prevent wealthy individuals from using cash incentives like lotteries to manipulate voter turnout, highlighting the influence of figures like Elon Musk.
US Elections
#democratic-candidates
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: Democrats seeking governorship strut their stuff for state's unions

California's gubernatorial race is heating up with prominent Democrats vying for the role amid ongoing social and economic crises.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: Democrats seeking governorship strut their stuff for state's unions

California's gubernatorial race is heating up with prominent Democrats vying for the role amid ongoing social and economic crises.
#immigration
Los Angeles
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

Trump Says He'd Arrest Gavin Newsom

California leaders are at odds with the Trump administration over immigration enforcement, leading to threats of arrest and accusations of authoritarianism.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Judge says Trump illegally deployed National Guard to help with LA protests, must return control

Federal judge rules Trump unlawfully deployed National Guard, returns control to California, citing Tenth Amendment violations and overstepping authority.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Whose L.A. will prevail? Trump's chaos or California officials' vision of lawful protests?

Governor Newsom urges calm in LA amid Trump's portrayal of chaos over immigration raids.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

DHS spokesperson defends Trump administration's use of military in LA

The Trump administration is investigating potential financial backers of anti-immigration protests in Los Angeles, suspecting foreign involvement.
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago
SF politics

Sen. Alex Padilla forcibly removed from news conference held by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in Los Angeles

Los Angeles
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

Trump Says He'd Arrest Gavin Newsom

California leaders are at odds with the Trump administration over immigration enforcement, leading to threats of arrest and accusations of authoritarianism.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Judge says Trump illegally deployed National Guard to help with LA protests, must return control

Federal judge rules Trump unlawfully deployed National Guard, returns control to California, citing Tenth Amendment violations and overstepping authority.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Whose L.A. will prevail? Trump's chaos or California officials' vision of lawful protests?

Governor Newsom urges calm in LA amid Trump's portrayal of chaos over immigration raids.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

DHS spokesperson defends Trump administration's use of military in LA

The Trump administration is investigating potential financial backers of anti-immigration protests in Los Angeles, suspecting foreign involvement.
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago
SF politics

Sen. Alex Padilla forcibly removed from news conference held by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in Los Angeles

#political-strategy
SF politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Elias: Risks may outweigh benefits of a Harris run to lead California

Kamala Harris is at a crossroads regarding her political future, weighing a gubernatorial run against potential presidential ambitions for 2028.
SF politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Elias: Risks may outweigh benefits of a Harris run to lead California

Kamala Harris is at a crossroads regarding her political future, weighing a gubernatorial run against potential presidential ambitions for 2028.
#protests
NYC politics
fromQNS
2 weeks ago

Gonzalez-Rojas calls Trump a 'fascist' over federal response to anti-ICE demonstrations - QNS

Jessica González-Rojas condemns Trump for deploying military forces to LA amidst protests over immigration policies, calling it an inappropriate response.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

San Francisco federal judge weighs Trump's use of National Guard, Marines in LA

The legality of Trump's federalization of the National Guard amidst protests is being legally challenged by California's governor.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Congressman and Ex-Soldier Alarmed by Marines Deployed To Los Angeles: Trained To Locate, Close With, and Destroy the Enemy'

NYC politics
fromQNS
2 weeks ago

Gonzalez-Rojas calls Trump a 'fascist' over federal response to anti-ICE demonstrations - QNS

Jessica González-Rojas condemns Trump for deploying military forces to LA amidst protests over immigration policies, calling it an inappropriate response.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

San Francisco federal judge weighs Trump's use of National Guard, Marines in LA

The legality of Trump's federalization of the National Guard amidst protests is being legally challenged by California's governor.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Congressman and Ex-Soldier Alarmed by Marines Deployed To Los Angeles: Trained To Locate, Close With, and Destroy the Enemy'

fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Milpitas assemblymember honors LGBTQ+ leaders

"As a trans feminine, person of color of immigrant experience, Arevalo is dedicated to ensuring that everyone has access to high-quality, inclusive and affordable healthcare."
SF LGBT
#public-policy
#trump-administration
Los Angeles
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Pentagon Official Estimates Trump Will Spend $134 Million to Deploy Troops to LA Protests

Deployment of Marines and National Guard to LA will cost around $134 million.
Critics, including CA Gov. Newsom, oppose the federalization of National Guard without consent.
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Seven ways Trump's tax and spending bill could affect Californians

The House's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' proposes significant tax changes and Medicaid reforms, affecting California voters.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Silicon Valley lawmakers sound alarm on Trump's military mobilization - San Jose Spotlight

Northern California lawmakers express concern over potential military deployment expansion by Trump, seeing it as an overreach of federal power.
Los Angeles
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Pentagon Official Estimates Trump Will Spend $134 Million to Deploy Troops to LA Protests

Deployment of Marines and National Guard to LA will cost around $134 million.
Critics, including CA Gov. Newsom, oppose the federalization of National Guard without consent.
Los Angeles
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Trump to remain in temporary command of National Guard in L.A. following appeals court ruling

Trump temporarily retains military command in California due to Ninth Circuit ruling amid legal clashes with Governor Newsom.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Trump threatens to hold up federal funding for California over transgender athlete in women's sports

Trump threatens to withhold federal funds from California due to its support for transgender athletes in women's sports.
Los Angeles
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Wednesday Briefing: Why U.S. Troops Are in Los Angeles

Trump's deployment of military forces in LA sparks legal and political controversy.
California officials seek court intervention against military presence on domestic soil.
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Seven ways Trump's tax and spending bill could affect Californians

The House's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' proposes significant tax changes and Medicaid reforms, affecting California voters.
#legislation
#civil-rights
LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Justice Department to investigate California, back lawsuit over transgender kids in sports

Federal investigation launched into California's policies on transgender student athletes competing in sports.
Trump administration seeks to curtail transgender rights by supporting investigations against California schools.
LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Justice Department to investigate California, back lawsuit over transgender kids in sports

Federal investigation launched into California's policies on transgender student athletes competing in sports.
Trump administration seeks to curtail transgender rights by supporting investigations against California schools.
Los Angeles
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

They Are Animals': Trump Attacks Los Angeles Protesters, Calls Them Paid Insurrectionists'

Trump claims immigration protestors in Los Angeles are paid insurrectionists amidst escalating violence, prompting deployment of National Guard and Marines.
#kamala-harris
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
US Elections

Villaraigosa blasts Harris and Becerra for not speaking out about Biden's decline

Villaraigosa accuses Harris and Becerra of complicity in covering up Biden's cognitive decline, influenced the 2024 election outcome.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
SF politics

Commentary: Antonio Villaraigosa is dying to run against Kamala Harris for governor. Here's why

Antonio Villaraigosa criticizes Kamala Harris for her disconnect with everyday Democrats and urges her to run for governor to challenge the party's elitism.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Why Kamala Harris could run for California governor and bypass another White House bid

Kamala Harris may have a better chance running for California governor than re-entering a crowded presidential race.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Elias: Risks may outweigh benefits of a Harris run to lead California

Kamala Harris is contemplating her political future, balancing between a potential gubernatorial run and another presidential campaign in 2028.
#environmental-policy
fromKqed
1 month ago
California

Two California Counties Battle Trump Administration Over Homelessness Funding | KQED

California
fromKqed
1 month ago

Two California Counties Battle Trump Administration Over Homelessness Funding | KQED

California courts are opposing ideological censorship in education.
A costly water project in California faces opposition from lawmakers and environmentalists.
Left-wing politics
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

'Everybody Stood Up': Why a Union Leader's Arrest Galvanized California Democrats on Immigration | KQED

David Huerta advocates for immigrant rights and labor protections as the leader of SEIU California, reflecting on the significance of citizenship and protection for vulnerable workers.
#democratic-party
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

California Democrats eye future leadership as Kamala Harris weighs gubernatorial run

California Democrats seek to redefine party leadership post-Gavin Newsom amidst a competitive gubernatorial race.
Podcast
fromwww.dailynews.com
3 weeks ago

Why California Democrats' latest playbook includes podcasts

Democrats are embracing podcasts to connect with voters after falling behind Republicans in media strategy.
Podcast
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

How the Impact of Proposition 13 Lives On Nearly 50 Years After It Passed | KQED

California was a leader in social movements during the 70s, but also experienced a powerful anti-tax movement led by Howard Jarvis.
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Letters: Proposed transit tax for BART isn't supportable

Living in the Bay Area is expensive enough. State Sen. Scott Wiener should keep his extreme left-leaning decisions to where he lives in San Francisco and stop telling everyone else what to do.
US politics
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

This fee could almost double the cost of your BART trip to the airport

Porter's BART trip from Oakland Airport cost $12.65 due to a unique airport connector fee not applicable to most train journeys.
San Francisco
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Candidates for California governor face off about affordability, high cost of living in first bipartisan clash

California candidates agree on an affordability crisis hindering residents despite the state's strong economy.
#public-safety
SF politics
fromThe Oaklandside
3 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom pushed for more police chases in Oakland. After bystander death, critics say he should 'own it'

Gov. Newsom advocates for more aggressive police chases in Oakland to fight crime, despite significant community safety concerns.
SF politics
fromThe Oaklandside
3 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom pushed for more police chases in Oakland. After bystander death, critics say he should 'own it'

Gov. Newsom advocates for more aggressive police chases in Oakland to fight crime, despite significant community safety concerns.
from48 hills
3 weeks ago

New Yimby bill would make it harder for cities to raise money for affordabe housing - 48 hills

The Yimby movement is supporting the AB 698 bill which would complicate local government efforts to raise real-estate transfer taxes vital for affordable housing funding.
NYC real estate
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Villaraigosa Pivots to Slamming High Gas Prices in Bid to Break Out of Gubernatorial Pack - Streetsblog California

At a time when gas prices are out of control, why are we closing down refineries? We can't do it on the backs of working families.
NYC politics
NYC politics
from48 hills
1 month ago

Could a New York mayoral candidate have a solution to SF, state budget crisis? - 48 hills

Mayor Lurie and Gov. Newsom face labor opposition as budget cuts threaten essential services and potential layoffs.
#proposition-36
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Latest line: A good week for Buffy Wicks, a bad week for Jesse Arreguin

Buffy Wicks, the Assemblywoman from Oakland, has gained significant recognition with an early endorsement from Governor Gavin Newsom for her bill AB 609, which aims to facilitate residential construction by exempting it from the California Environmental Quality Act.
East Bay (California)
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Former HHS Sec. Xavier Becerra rebukes Gov. Newsom's bid to end Medi-Cal for undocumented immigrants

Former Health Secretary Xavier Becerra opposes Governor Newsom's proposal to cap health insurance for undocumented immigrants.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: Democratic gubernatorial candidates avoid attacking state oil industry

"We can't continue to be a party of just people that drive a Tesla, not a Toyota pickup, or ride a bus like my mother did... We're putting this notion of just renewables on the backs of working people."
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Walters deserves readers' thanks for his perspective

"Thank you, and keep up the good work. Walters should be thanked for shedding light on the hidden, unsavory, inappropriate and often corrupt practices of our elected officials."
US politics
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