Gov. Gavin Newsom faces complex politics, GOP criticism over L.A. fires

LOS ANGELES — California ... his criticism as the fires roared, as well as how much federal aid Newsom can wrest from congressional Republicans, some of whom are threatening to place political ... Read More

Two longtime L.A. rivals join forces — reigniting political intrigue

Caruso — who is weighing a potential 2026 run for California governor ... run for the mayor’s office — once again became one of Bass’s biggest antagonists. He criticized the mayor ... Read More

Nathan Hochman Criticized Over Death Penalty, Court Language

L.A. County D.A. Nathan Hochman is under fire for reviving the death penalty, endorsing dehumanizing language in court, and limiting victim services. Read More

As L.A. burns, Trump blames Newsom — and California governor pushes back

President-elect Donald Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom clashed Wednesday over fires ... During a news conference Tuesday, Newsom had urged Trump not to “play any politics” during ... Read More

Is there a Republican governor in California’s near future?

Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco give the GOP two of its most prominent candidates in years, signaling a heightened sense of opportunity for the party. But the odds remain steep. Read More

Over 40% of California voters don’t buy Gavin Newsom’s political pivot, poll says

Those voters say his recent moves are either a betrayal of his principles or a “fake attempt” to make himself more palatable to moderates. Read More

Democrats running for California governor take digs at Kamala Harris’ delayed decision on the race

The criticism ... donations over $5,000. For the record: 11:37 a.m. April 16, 2025An earlier version of this story on the race for California governor stated that former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio ... Read More