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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Says Midterm Voters "Flipped Off" Trump; Faults Newsom on Death Penalty
L.A. Times columnist George Skelton says midterm voters rejected President Trump over the war, tariffs and conduct, and criticizes Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan to commute 548 death sentences.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAElectionGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyLegalState Governments midterm electionsDonald TrumpGavin Newsomdeath penaltyCaliforniaGeorge SkeltonLos Angeles TimesL.A. Times Politics
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Harmeet Dhillon Resigns From DOJ Civil Rights Division After Democrats' Midterm Sweep
Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed the departure, first reported by Fox News, making it the first major resignation from the Trump administration since Tuesday's Republican losses.
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Democrats Win Control of Congress in Historic Midterm Wave
Democrats took the House and Senate in the biggest Republican loss in half a century, with Senate results in Alaska and Mississippi still pending and the party's majority possibly reaching 54 to 56 seats.
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Questions Whether Becerra Will Govern Boldly on Healthcare, Budget
L.A. Times columnist George Skelton writes that Xavier Becerra's gubernatorial campaign has been plodding, and questions whether the career politician will make tough calls on Medi-Cal and the state budget.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAElectionState GovernmentsDemocratic PartySocial Issues Xavier BecerraCalifornia governor's raceGeorge SkeltonMedi-CalGavin Newsomuniversal healthcareCalifornia state budgetL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Says Obama's Cheesecake Factory Quip Was Calculated Rage-Bait Aimed at Trump
L.A. Times columnist Anita Chabria writes that Obama's Cheesecake Factory joke about Trump's White House decor was deliberate rage-bait, drawing a response from the president and his allies.
Politics and GovernmentMediaWhite HouseGeneral PoliticsMedia BiasElection Barack ObamaDonald TrumpCheesecake FactorySaddam HusseinAnita ChabriaLos Angeles TimesL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Says Democrats Favored to Take House, Senate a Toss-Up
The Los Angeles Times is reporting that Democrats appear poised to win control of the House in next week's midterm elections, while the Senate remains a toss-up.
Politics and GovernmentElectionCongressDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState Governments Los Angeles Timesmidterm electionsU.S. HouseU.S. SenateredistrictingMike JohnsonCook Political ReportL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Runs Through California's 2026 Ballot Propositions, Urging 'No' on Most
Los Angeles Times columnist George Skelton walks readers through California's crowded 2026 ballot propositions, recommending rejection of most measures, including the affordable housing bond and billionaire tax.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionState GovernmentsEconomyReal EstateHealth California ballot propositionsGeorge SkeltonLos Angeles Timesbillionaire taxaffordable housing bondvoter IDCalifornia Environmental Quality ActL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Examines Pelosi's Role in Fight to Succeed Her in Congress
The Los Angeles Times reports Nancy Pelosi has weighed into the San Francisco race to succeed her, backing Supervisor Connie Chan over state Sen. Scott Wiener ahead of a too-close-to-call runoff.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionDemocratic PartyCongressGeneral Politics Nancy PelosiConnie ChanScott WienerSan FranciscoCalifornia congressional race2026 midterm electionsChristine PelosiL.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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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