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Gov. Newsom Sues Federal Government For Activating The California National Guard Without His Ok

June 9, 2025 1:08 pmJune 9, 2025 1:08 pm

During an MSNBC interview late on Sunday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that he will be suing the federal government over President Donald Trump activating the National Guard without his approval, with the Governor then going on to do so...

California Lawmakers React to Los Angeles Riots Over ICE Immigration Raids

June 8, 2025 9:06 amJune 8, 2025 9:10 am

Protests turned into riots on Saturday in Los Angeles as the unrest over United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) immigration raids grew, with Californian lawmakers speaking out against the federal response as well as backing the California National Guard...

Gov. Newsom Responds To Pres. Trump’s Proposed Cut To CA Federal Funding By Suggesting To Withhold Federal Taxes

June 8, 2025 2:30 amJune 8, 2025 9:06 am

Governor Gavin Newsom responded to President Donald Trump’s proposed federal tax cuts to California on Friday by suggesting that the state withhold paying taxes to the federal government. In a statement on X, Newsom explained that California pays more to...

Bill to Make Recount Elections More Expensive Awaits First Senate Committee

June 7, 2025 2:45 amJune 7, 2025 2:46 am

A bill that would make election recounts more expensive, as well extend the the number of days after an election that ballots can still be received, inched closer to their first Senate Committee this week. Assembly Bill 930, authored by...

State Appeals Court Rules Driving While Holding a Cell Phone For Navigation Purposes is Illegal

June 6, 2025 1:41 pmJune 6, 2025 1:41 pm

The Sixth Appellate District of the California Court of Appeals ruled earlier this week that the current state law of prohibiting holding a cell phone or other handheld device while driving is also to include holding them for GPS, map, and...

Bill to Increase Spanish-Speaking California Teachers Passes in Assembly

June 6, 2025 2:45 amJune 6, 2025 2:46 am

A bill to increase the number of Spanish-speaking teachers in the California public school system by expanding the teacher exchange program with Mexico passed the Assembly this week, with the legislation being sent to be heard in the Senate. Assembly...

Leno’s Law Bill That Removes Smog Check Requirements For Classic Cars Passes Senate

June 5, 2025 5:16 pmJune 5, 2025 5:16 pm

A bill that would remove all smog check requirements for cars that are 35 years or older was passed by the Senate this week following several amendments being tacked onto the bill. Senate Bill 712, authored by Senator Shannon Grove...