GOP, Democrats Dodge Disaster in California Primaries
Jun 6, 2018 Republicans will get a shot at the governor's mansion in November's election, while Democrats avoid being shut out of House races in the state's "top two" open primary. Nationally, female candidates make gains.Republican Wins Spot in Runoff for California Governorship
Jun 5, 2018 Businessman John Cox finishes a strong second behind Democratic Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom, a former San Francisco mayor who touted his 2004 support for marriage rights for same-sex couples.California to Send Troops to Border but Rejects Trump’s Stance
Apr 11, 2018 Gov. Jerry Brown cites the "criminal threats" of smugglers. He also issues a document emphasizing the National Guard's limited role at the border and explicitly rejecting any guard involvement in immigration enforcement.Administration Sues California Over State Sanctuary Laws
Mar 6, 2018 The move is the most aggressive one yet in the federal push to force so-called sanctuary cities and states to cooperate with immigration authorities.California Democratic Party Won’t Endorse Dianne Feinstein
Feb 25, 2018 Although the four-term senator has not won support for her candidacy, her challenger in the June primary, state Senate leader Kevin de Leon, also failed to earn the Democrats' endorsement.Trump Says Mueller Interview ‘Seems Unlikely’
Jan 10, 2018 In possibly declining to be interviewed, the president calls the investigation into possible coordination between Russia and the Trump campaign a "phony cloud" over his administration.
Congress and States Still Can Save the Open Internet
Jan 8, 2018 The Federal Communications Commission repealed net neutrality laws in December, but the fight for net neutrality is not over.
Truthdigger of the Week: Kevin de León, Advocate for ‘Sanctuary Cities’ and Immigrant Rights
Apr 30, 2017 As many Democrats face backlash for their weak opposition to the Trump administration, the California Senate leader stands out for his refusal to mince words.
Justice Department Sets June 30 Deadline for Compliance From ‘Sanctuary Cities’
Apr 25, 2017 DOJ plans to withhold federal funding from jurisdictions where law enforcement personnel do not cooperate with immigration authorities.
