DHS shutdown now in effect after Congress fails to reach funding deal

The Department of Homeland Security is now partially shut down after Congress failed to pass a funding bill before the midnight deadline.

Republican lead on immigration slips amid Trump's enforcement tactics, poll finds

President Trump’s approval on immigration appears to have fallen significantly among independents since last spring, from 37% to 23% in a new poll.

Majority of Americans disapprove of Trump's push to gain control of Greenland: Poll

President Donald Trump’s efforts to seize Greenland has gained little support from Americans and has even divided members in his own political party, according to a new poll.

Government Shutdown: DHS closure seems certain as funding talks stall

A shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security appeared all but certain as House and Senate lawmakers prepared to leave Washington for a 10‑day recess and negotiations with the White House over Democrats’ demands stalled.

Pam Bondi, Congress clash during Epstein file hearing
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Trump administration's Pam Bondi clashed with members of U.S. House during a hearing on the Epstein file.

AG Pam Bondi calls out 'crime' in Culver City
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Attorney General Pam Bondi claims Culver City was a hotbed of crime, a claim that caused locals and the city leaders to raise their eyebrows.

DHS shutdown imminent
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Senate Democrat voted to block Department of Homeland Security funding, meaning a shutdown is imminent.

California expands wildfire survivor mortgage relief to $100,000

Governor Newsom has expanded the CalAssist Mortgage Fund to provide $100,000 in mortgage relief grants for California fire survivors and increases income eligibility.

Newsom gives $90M to Planned Parenthood
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This comes after federal funding cuts under the Trump administration, which impacted services for Medi-Cal patients.

ICE surge in Minnesota is ending, Border Czar Tom Homan says

The Trump administration will bring an end to the ICE surge in Minnesota after reaching agreements with local authorities, Border Czar Tom Homan announced on Thursday.

Report exposes new ICE hubs near California schools, clinics — See where

Federal records obtained by WIRED reveal a massive ICE expansion across California, with new offices appearing near schools and sensitive locations.

LA County votes yes to sales tax increase
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The LA Co. Board of Supervisors voted yes Tuesday on a proposal to place a temporary half-cent sales tax increase. The proposal will be up for Los Angeles County residents to vote yes or no on June 2026.

Mark Zuckerberg becomes latest California billionaire to relocate to Florida amid tax concerns

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly relocating from California to Florida, acquiring a $150 million mansion in Miami’s "Billionaire Bunker" amid a proposed 5% California wealth tax.

California political advisor sentenced for operating as illegal Chinese agent: DOJ

Yaoning "Mike" Sun was sentenced to 48 months for acting as an illegal agent of the Chinese government and influencing a California city council election.

New California bill seeks to make remote work permanent for some employees

California Assembly Bill 1729 seeks to establish remote work for state employees and challenge Governor Newsom’s July 1 return-to-office mandate.

Mayor Bass takes new action against ICE in LA

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on Tuesday signed a new executive directive for immigrant protections as a new county report reveals $840 million in losses due to federal enforcement.

Clemency vs. pardon: Ghislaine Maxwell appeals for clemency from Trump

Ghislaine Maxwell indicated she’ll testify about Trump and Clinton – but only if she’s granted clemency. Here’s what we know.

LA County election filing opens with high stakes rematch for sheriff

Candidate filing for the June 2026 Los Angeles County primary is now open, featuring key races for the Board of Supervisors, Sheriff, and several Congressional seats.

LA City Councilwoman Nithya Raman announces run for mayor

Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman has entered the race for mayor. She plans to challenge incumbent and political ally Karen Bass.