Recall timing works to bring out the Democratic base for Gov. Newsom, politics professor says

Recall timing works in favor of Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to Sonoma State political science professor David McCuan, because it comes just one week after Labor Day, when families are back from vacations and celebrations bring Democratic politicians and labor supporters together that can help get out the base.

Newsom to face recall election on Sept. 14
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California on Thursday scheduled a Sept. 14 recall election that could drive Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom from office.

Newsom to face recall election on Sept. 14

California has scheduled a Sept. 14 recall election that could oust Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom from office. The date was set after election officials certified that enough valid petition signatures had been turned in to qualify the election for the ballot.

Recorded phone conversation alleges prosecutor from Gascón's office is studying convicted murderer's case

A convicted murderer's mother appeared ecstatic in a recorded phone conversation after the call suggested that a special assistant to LA County DA George Gascón is studying the convicted son's case and will be helping him.

Trump Organization CFO expected in court after indictment

New York prosecutors are expected to announce the first criminal indictment in a two-year investigation into Donald Trump’s business practices, accusing his namesake company and its longtime finance chief of tax crimes related to fringe benefits for employees.

Homeless crisis: Mayor Eric Garcetti tours Venice as residents call for meaningful change

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti publicly toured Venice on Tuesday amid an ongoing political battle about how to best address the homeless crisis plaguing the beachside community.

Garcetti tours Venice, says he won't get into 'pissing match' with Villanueva
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Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti toured Venice on Tuesday amid an ongoing political battle about how to best address the homeless crisis plaguing the beachside community.

Newsom sues his secretary of state to get party affiliation on recall ballot

The lawsuit against Secretary of State Shirley Weber, a fellow Democrat, came after Newsom’s campaign failed to file the appropriate paperwork.

Gov. Gavin Newsom to weigh budget that nixes pandemic cuts

The $262.6 billion proposal now on its way to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk would restore spending cuts to public schools, colleges and universities, the courts, child support services and state worker salaries — all things that were cut last year when state officials thought they were facing a record budget deficit because of the coronavirus.

Crowds gather to watch Former President Trump at rally Saturday night in Ohio

People gathered at fairgrounds not far from Cleveland to hear Former President Trump speak on Saturday night. Trump continues to push the idea that the election was "stolen" from him.

Trump takes stage in Ohio, repeats false election claims

Former President Donald Trump reprised his election grievances and baseless claims of fraud as he returned to the rally stage Saturday.

The Issue Is: Congresswoman Barbara Lee and Michael Knowles
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Congresswoman Lee speaks with Elex on Vice President Kamala Harris' El Paso trip, Derek Chauvin sentencing and Juneteenth. Michael Knowles also stops by to discuss his new book "Speechless," cancel cuture and former President Donald Trump's legacy.

Los Angeles reacts to Derek Chauvin sentencing
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Local residents react to the Derek Chauvin sentencing. The ex-Minneapolis police officer was sentenced to about 22.5 years in prison for the murder of George Floyd.

Trump's company could face criminal charges in New York City

Manhattan prosecutors have informed Donald Trump’s company that it could soon face criminal charges stemming from a long-running investigation into the former president’s business dealings.