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Trump Recasts 'Take Out' Comments in San Antonio, Defends Iran War as 'Small Price'
politics2 days ago

Trump Recasts 'Take Out' Comments in San Antonio, Defends Iran War as 'Small Price'

President Donald Trump attempted to clarify and soften his controversial remarks from a Nebraska rally, where he suggested Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles or San Diego. Speaking at a San Antonio rally on October 8, he framed the comments as a hypothetical about the dangers of a nuclear-armed Iran, adding that the U.S. would not allow such attacks to happen. The initial remarks, made on October 6, sparked immediate backlash from California officials and some Republicans, who viewed the language as reckless or treating U.S. cities as collateral. The White House maintained that the comments were taken out of context, while Trump continued to describe the Iran conflict as a necessary cost for national security.

via NBC News|
#california-politics#donald-trump#iran-war
Kimmel Confronts Trump Over 'Take Out' Remarks Amidst Media Divide
politics3 days ago

Kimmel Confronts Trump Over 'Take Out' Remarks Amidst Media Divide

Jimmy Kimmel used his October 6 show to criticize President Trump's Nebraska rally comments suggesting Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles and San Diego. While Democrats and California officials condemned the remarks as dangerous, several mainstream journalists and the White House argued the comments were misinterpreted context regarding the costs of war. Kimmel highlighted the hypocrisy of conservative media defending Trump while attacking his own prior jokes, noting the administration's recent threats against his network.

via USA Today|
#california-politics#donald-trump#iran-war
Media critics reject Democratic framing of Trump’s Iran remarks as out of context
politics3 days ago

Media critics reject Democratic framing of Trump’s Iran remarks as out of context

President Trump’s comments at a Nebraska rally regarding Iran potentially 'taking out' Los Angeles and San Diego sparked a fierce debate. While Democrats and California officials condemned the remarks as dangerous, several prominent media critics and journalists argued the comments were taken out of context, interpreting them as a warning about the costs of war rather than an endorsement of nuclear attacks.

via Fox News|
#california-politics#donald-trump#gavin-newsom
Trump's 'Let Them Take Out LA' Remark Sparks Backlash Amid Ongoing Iran War
politics3 days ago

Trump's 'Let Them Take Out LA' Remark Sparks Backlash Amid Ongoing Iran War

President Donald Trump sparked intense political backlash after suggesting at a Nebraska rally that Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles and San Diego as a 'small price' for U.S. safety. While the White House defended the comments as a warning about the threat of a nuclear Iran, California leaders and some Republicans condemned the remarks as dangerous. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions regarding the U.S. war with Iran and domestic nuclear preparedness efforts.

via Axios|
#california-politics#dhs#donald-trump
Trump's 'Take Out' Remark Sparks California Security Alert and White House Clash
politics4 days ago

Trump's 'Take Out' Remark Sparks California Security Alert and White House Clash

Donald Trump’s remark at a Nebraska rally that Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles and San Diego has triggered a severe political backlash and security response in California. While the White House dismissed the controversy as a 'media freakout' and framed the comment as a warning about the dangers of a nuclear Iran, California officials condemned the statement as dangerous and treasonous. Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered a threat assessment to monitor for potential foreign actors interpreting the remarks as an invitation to attack, while mayors of both cities demanded the president stop using their cities as bargaining chips in his war rhetoric.

via BBC|
#california-politics#donald-trump#iran-war
Newsom signs bill placing $7.5B science bond on 2028 ballot
california-politics9 days ago

Newsom signs bill placing $7.5B science bond on 2028 ballot

California voters will decide in March 2028 whether to approve a $7.5 billion bond measure to fund state scientific research. Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 895 on September 30, 2026, placing the proposal on the ballot. The measure aims to counter federal research cuts and support institutions like the University of California and California State University. If approved, the funds would support medical research for diseases such as cancer, Parkinson’s, and ALS, as well as efforts to mitigate wildfire risks, pandemics, and climate change. The bill was authored by Senator Scott Wiener and sponsored by a coalition including the Union of American Physicians and the United Auto Workers Region 6.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#california-politics#gavin-newsom
Newsom Signs Historic Tax Credit to Stabilize California's Local Newsrooms
california-politics9 days ago

Newsom Signs Historic Tax Credit to Stabilize California's Local Newsrooms

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2222, creating a refundable tax credit to support local news employment. The law offers $20,000 per journalist for the first five hires and $15,000 for additional staff, aiming to reverse a 12,000-journalist decline since 2002. While supporters call it a vital lifeline, critics warn of uncapped state liability and argue it subsidizes wealthy owners rather than struggling outlets.

via Los Angeles Times|
#ab-2222#california-politics#gavin-newsom
California High Court Orders Sheriff to Return Seized Ballots, Citing Unlawful Election Interference
california-politics16 days ago

California High Court Orders Sheriff to Return Seized Ballots, Citing Unlawful Election Interference

The California Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco violated state law by seizing over 650,000 ballots from the November 2025 Proposition 50 special election. Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero ordered Bianco to immediately return all materials to the county registrar, stating that his actions compromised election integrity. The court also affirmed that Attorney General Rob Bonta had the authority to halt the sheriff’s investigation, rejecting Bianco’s claim that the state’s chief law enforcement officer could only advise local sheriffs. The decision comes weeks before the November 2026 midterm elections, prompting new state legislation to protect ballot custody.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california-politics#california-supreme-court#chad-bianco
Yin Family Donations to Newsom and Others Spark Foreign-Influence Questions
politics19 days ago

Yin Family Donations to Newsom and Others Spark Foreign-Influence Questions

A Northern California family of McDonald’s franchise owners donated more than $4.4 million to Gov. Gavin Newsom, Kamala Harris, and other California politicians. FBI files link C.C. Yin and his brother Henry Yin to suspected Chinese spy Christine Fang and to United Front activities, fueling debate over foreign influence in U.S. politics. Analysts caution about influence ops, while the Yins and APAPA say donations and ties are legitimate and not evidence of wrongdoing.

via CBS News|
#california-politics#campaign-donations#christine-fang
Newsom rules out 2028 bid if Harris runs
politics25 days ago

Newsom rules out 2028 bid if Harris runs

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he wouldn’t pursue the Democratic nomination in 2028 if Kamala Harris runs, signaling deference to her and aiming to avoid a messy intra-party clash that could split their California support; Harris has not decided whether to run, and the Democratic field remains unsettled as South Carolina was named the first primary state.

via Los Angeles Times|
#2028-election#california-politics#democratic-party
politics27 days ago

Trespass halted at Harris Malibu property as security intervenes

A trespasser was stopped by private security on Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff’s Malibu property Friday night; Harris and Emhoff were not home at the time. Deputies arrived, warned the intruder to leave, and the individual left voluntarily. Law enforcement said patrols in the area would be increased as a precaution, highlighting ongoing security considerations for the former vice president.

via Politico|
#california-politics#kamala-harris#malibu