Investigation underway after man tried to enter Trump California rally perimeter with guns in vehicle

The Justice Department said the Secret Service and the FBI are investigating. A law enforcement source said the matter wasn't seen as an assassination attempt. Read More

All politics are local? Not in this election

Campaigns now turn on a small set of national issues – this year primarily the cost of living, abortion and the border. Read More

Elon Musk says he will take legal action after California officials cited his politics when rejecting SpaceX launches

The California Coastal Commission denied a request to allow SpaceX to increase the number of launches at Vandenberg Space Force Base to 50 a year. Read More

National Politics

LOS ANGELES — California’s reputation as a hothouse of progressive politics is being tested in a string of U.S. House contests that are again expected to play into which party controls the chamber ... Read More

Trump wasn't in danger from armed man at California rally, officials say

The incident didn't impact the safety of former President Donald Trump or attendees of the rally at Calhoun Ranch on Oct. 12, authorities said. Read More

Trump rally in California today: How to watch

Former President Donald Trump is in California's southern desert near Palm Springs Saturday, hosting a rare campaign rally in the firmly blue state. Read More

'Reagan' star Dennis Quaid rallies for Trump in Coachella, California: 'Time to pick a side'

Dennis Quaid, who starred in the "Reagan" movie, spoke at a rally for former President Trump in Coachella, California, saying, "It's time to pick a side." ... Read More

How Much Difference Does a Political Leader Make?

Generally not that much when it comes to the economy or utility bills or how bureaucracy functions. But there are some important things they can influence. Read More

California Explains It All

To understand US politics—for better and for worse—look to the Golden State. Read More

Why Trump is holding a rally in the California desert, weeks before election day

Former President Trump is holding a rally Saturday at a polo field in the Coachella Valley, even though he will likely lose California by millions of votes. Read More

Elon Musk hits out at rocket launch rejection after concerns raised over his political views

Tech mogul accused of ‘hopping about the country, spewing falsehoods’, as application to operate from air base voted down ... Read More

California officials cite Elon Musk’s politics in rejecting SpaceX launches

State officials cited Musk's antics in rejecting SpaceX's plan to launch more rockets off the Central California coast. Read More