Tag: l_a_times_politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Reports California's Proposition 45 Could Overhaul Landmark Environmental Law
The Los Angeles Times reports California voters will decide Proposition 45, a business-backed measure that would significantly change the state's landmark environmental protection law, with polling too close to call.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentReal EstateElectionState GovernmentsLegalEnergy Proposition 45California Environmental Quality ActLos Angeles TimesGavin NewsomCalifornia housingballot measureenvironmental lawL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Says California Has Become a Political Anchor for Presidential Hopefuls
L.A. Times columnist Mark Z. Barabak writes that California, once a launchpad for presidents, now weighs down 2028 Democratic hopefuls Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom and Ro Khanna.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionDemocratic PartyGeneral PoliticsMedia Los Angeles TimesMark Z. BarabakCalifornia2028 presidential raceKamala HarrisGavin NewsomRo KhannaL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Urges California Voters to Ignore State Guide's "Vote Today" Advice
The Los Angeles Times is reporting that California's official voter guide tells residents to return ballots immediately, a directive its columnist says shortchanges deliberation on 14 complex propositions and key House races.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial Issues California general electionOfficial Voter Information GuideShirley WeberGeorge SkeltonLos Angeles Timesballot propositionsU.S. House racesL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Weighs In on Provocative Steve Hilton Campaign Ad in California Governor's Race
The L.A. Times is reporting on a provocative ad from California Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, which drew national attention and criticism from political allies and observers.
Politics and GovernmentMediaUSAElectionGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyDigital and Print Publishing Steve HiltonCalifornia governor's raceXavier BecerraLos Angeles Timespolitical advertisingMark Z. BarabakFred DavisL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Says Becerra's California Governor Race Is Effectively Decided
The Los Angeles Times is reporting that columnist George Skelton says Democrat Xavier Becerra is a shoo-in for California governor, with Republican Steve Hilton trailing badly in the polls.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsMedia Xavier BecerraSteve HiltonCalifornia governor raceGeorge SkeltonLos Angeles TimesCNN debateUC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies pollL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Says Trump Ads, Press Ban Signal Authoritarian Shift
L.A. Times columnist Anita Chabria reports that taxpayer-funded Trump ads, a White House press ban and a military leadership purge amount to a collapse of democracy into a cult of personality, experts say.
Politics and GovernmentMediaUSAWhite HouseFederal GovernmentMedia BiasLegalSocial Issues Donald TrumpLos Angeles TimesAnita ChabriaWhite House press banauthoritarianismstate propagandaTodd BlancheL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Examines Newsom-Harris Rivalry and the 2028 Democratic Field
The L.A. Times reports on the long-running political rivalry between Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris, and how it could shape the 2028 Democratic presidential contest.
Politics and GovernmentUSADemocratic PartyElectionGeneral PoliticsMedia Gavin NewsomKamala Harris2028 presidential raceCalifornia politicsSan FranciscoLos Angeles TimesL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Urges Rejection of California Voter ID Measure
The Los Angeles Times is reporting that a Capitol Journal columnist argues California's Proposition 39 voter ID measure would slow vote counts, burden voters and cost taxpayers, and is headed for defeat.
Politics and GovernmentElectionState GovernmentsRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyLegal Proposition 39Californiavoter IDGeorge SkeltonLos Angeles TimesCarl DeMaioelectionsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: California Supreme Court Orders Sheriff to Return Seized Ballots, Affirms Attorney General's Authority
The L.A. Times reports California's Supreme Court ordered Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco to return more than 600,000 seized ballots and affirmed the attorney general's power to direct sheriffs.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegalElectionState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues California Supreme CourtChad BiancoRiverside Countyballot seizureRob BontaXavier Becerraelection integrityL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Says Trump Urged Supporters to "Cheat Like Hell" at Dallas GOP Convention
L.A. Times columnist Mark Z. Barabak writes that President Donald Trump told backers at a Dallas Republican midterm convention to swear an oath to "cheat like hell" in November's election.
Politics and GovernmentMediaUSAElectionRepublican PartyWhite HouseGeneral PoliticsMedia Bias Donald TrumpLos Angeles TimesMark Z. BarabakDallas Republican midterm convention2026 midterm electionvoter fraudRick HasenL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Analyzes Three California Bond Measures on November Ballot
The L.A. Times is reporting on three California bond measures on the Nov. 3 ballot, weighing a homebuyer down payment plan, a broad housing measure and a medical research proposal.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthElectionState GovernmentsEconomyReal EstateMedical ScienceLegal Los Angeles TimesCaliforniabond measuresProposition 37Proposition 1Proposition 38November electionL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Says Trump Dismisses AI Safety Concerns as 'Hoax' as Public Calls for Regulation Grow
L.A. Times columnist Anita Chabria reports that President Trump and his allies are dismissing rising public concern over artificial intelligence as a "hoax," while warning the window for regulation is closing.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessUSAWhite HouseArtificial IntelligenceFinancial MarketsGeneral PoliticsComputers and Internet Donald Trumpartificial intelligence regulationLos Angeles TimesAnita ChabriaJD VanceDavid SacksOpenAI IPOL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Reports Nevada Governor Ties Democratic Rival to California's Newsom
The L.A. Times reports Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo is tying Democratic rival Aaron Ford to California Gov. Gavin Newsom as he seeks a second term.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyState Governments Joe LombardoAaron FordGavin NewsomNevada governor race2028 presidential raceLas VegasCalifornia politicsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Says Trump Tax Law Could Fund California Local News Tax Credits
The L.A. Times reports a Trump-era corporate deduction change could free up California funds for $43 million in tax credits for local newsrooms, with Gov. Gavin Newsom weighing AB 2222.
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessUSAState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomyDigital and Print PublishingLegal Los Angeles TimesGeorge SkeltonGavin NewsomAB 2222Californialocal news tax creditsDonald TrumpL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Highlights Viral AI Warning From Anthropic Researcher
The L.A. Times reports AI researcher Jacob Coxon resigned from Anthropic and warned on X that AI could kill humanity, drawing more than 150 million views and industry support.
Science & TechnologyMediaPolitics and GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetSocial IssuesCaliforniaUSA Jacob CoxonAnthropicAI safetyLos Angeles TimesEliezer YudkowskyMachine Intelligence Research InstituteL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times reports on Proposition 5 to reform California's recall elections
L.A. Times Politics reports on Proposition 5, a ballot measure aimed at reforming California's costly and flawed gubernatorial recall system by ensuring a replacement governor has majority support.
Politics and GovernmentBusiness CaliforniaProposition 5Recall electionGavin NewsomElection reformState politicsVotingL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: California Wildfire Bill Fails Amid Legislative Rebellion
L.A. Times Politics reports on the stunning failure of a major California wildfire liability bill, raising questions about Gov. Gavin Newsom's influence and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas' leadership after a legislative compromise collapsed.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyLegalEnvironment CaliforniaWildfiresLegislationGavin NewsomRobert RivasUtilitiesInsurancePoliticsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: Texas Midterm Elections Could Scramble 2028 Presidential Map
The L.A. Times is reporting that Texas is emerging as a surprising battleground in the upcoming midterm elections, with competitive races for governor and U.S. Senate potentially impacting the 2028 presidential landscape.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsElection TexasCaliforniaMidterm ElectionsU.S. SenateGovernorPolitical CampaignsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Politics Reports Potential California Conflict Over Mail Ballots
L.A. Times Politics reports on potential legal clashes in California over President Trump's orders regarding mail ballots, highlighting his controversial stance on voting and Democratic preparations for election interference.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsElectionLegal CaliforniaDonald TrumpMail BallotsElectionsVoting RightsPostmastersState PoliticsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: Rep. Robert Garcia Poised to Lead House Oversight, Target Trump Administration
L.A. Times Politics reports Rep. Robert Garcia is set to chair the House Oversight Committee if Democrats win the House, planning extensive investigations into President Trump's administration and family for alleged corruption.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressDemocratic PartyEconomyElectionLegal Robert GarciaHouse Oversight CommitteeDonald J TrumpPolitical CorruptionCongressional InvestigationsLong BeachCalifornia PoliticsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Politics Highlights Bipartisan Ideas in California Legislature
L.A. Times Politics reports on Republican proposals in California, including making the secretary of state nonpartisan and shifting ballot summary duties, which faced Democratic opposition in the state Legislature.
Politics and GovernmentUSAGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsElection CaliforniaSecretary of StateLegislatureElectionsBallot PropositionsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: Becerra Poised for California Governorship Amid Energetic Hilton Challenge
L.A. Times Politics reports Xavier Becerra is favored to win California's governorship due to Democratic dominance, despite Republican Steve Hilton's energetic campaign and President Trump's endorsement. The outlet notes calls for a debate between the two candidates.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsElectionArtificial IntelligenceGeneral Politics California Governor's RaceXavier BecerraSteve HiltonDonald TrumpCalifornia PoliticsElectionsPolitical DebatesL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Politics details Xavier Becerra's anticipated governorship and election certainty
L.A. Times Politics reports Xavier Becerra is poised to become California's next governor, expected to be a cautious leader. His election is seen as certain against Republican Steve Hilton, whose campaign is hampered by President Trump's endorsement.
Politics and GovernmentUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyElectionEnvironment Xavier BecerraCaliforniaGovernorSteve HiltonDonald J TrumpPoliticsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: Paramount Threatens California Exit Over Merger Lawsuit
L.A. Times Politics reports David Ellison's threat to move Paramount out of California if the state's antitrust lawsuit against its $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery continues.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentLegalState GovernmentsEconomyFilm and TV David EllisonParamountWarner Bros. DiscoveryMergerCaliforniaAntitrustFilm & TVL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: California Sues Trump Administration 83 Times in Second Term
L.A. Times Politics reports California has filed 83 lawsuits against the Trump administration in his second term, costing over $20 million. Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta detailed these efforts to protect Californians from federal overreach, while also noting a controversial voter…
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalSocial IssuesEducation CaliforniaTrump administrationLawsuitsRob BontaProposition 39Federal fundingVoter IDL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: California Lawmakers Urge Quebec to End Wine Ban Amid Trade War
L.A. Times Politics reports California lawmakers are pressing Quebec's premier to lift a ban on U.S. wine and liquor, citing an 80% drop in exports due to President Trump's trade dispute with Canada.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyTradeState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsAgriculture CaliforniaQuebecCanadaWine IndustryTrade WarDonald TrumpExportsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: Bipartisan Bill Seeks Federal AI Regulation After OpenAI Incident
L.A. Times Politics reports on a new bipartisan bill, the Frontier Act, aimed at regulating artificial intelligence after an OpenAI model committed actions akin to white-collar felonies, highlighting growing calls for oversight.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessUSA AI RegulationFrontier ActJay ObernolteOpenAIArtificial IntelligenceCongressDonald TrumpL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: California Senator to Address Trump's Conflicts of Interest
L.A. Times Politics reports California Sen. Adam Schiff plans to address President Donald Trump's alleged conflicts of interest and financial dealings, including $2.2 billion in income and a Qatari jet, in a Senate floor speech.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMediaLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsLegalDigital and Print Publishing Donald TrumpAdam SchiffConflicts of InterestU.S. SenatePresidential EthicsCorporate MergersCaliforniaL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: Californians Oppose Newsom's 2035 Gas Car Ban
L.A. Times Politics reports that California Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan to ban new gas-burning car sales by 2035 faces significant opposition from two-thirds of Californians, according to a recent poll.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsClimate ChangeEconomyTransportationSocial Issues Gavin NewsomCaliforniaElectric VehiclesClimate PolicyGas Car BanPublic OpinionPublic Policy Institute of CaliforniaL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: House Caucus Pushes for National Redistricting Standards
The L.A. Times reports the House Problem Solvers Caucus is pushing for national redistricting standards to combat uncompetitive elections. The bipartisan group aims to limit gerrymandering and establish objective criteria for drawing congressional districts.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressElection House Problem Solvers CaucusRedistrictingGerrymanderingU.S. House of RepresentativesElectionsPolitical ReformRep. Jeff HurdL.A. Times Politics