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THE TRUTH ABOUT: 2 - The Untold Story

Hunter Biden says ‘I may have to’ run for president in 2028, but follows up with praise for California Governor: ‘I love Gavin Newsom, personally’

"We have an incredible bench."

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Trump Is Expanding Executive Power. Democrats Are Already Eyeing the New Tools.

Some Democrats are licking their chops over other economic powers that Trump has claimed for the presidency.

Reason

Secret AI Political Army: How Fake YouTube 'Ghost Creators' Are Paid $26 to Attack Democrats

Paid actors reading AI-written scripts helped one YouTube network log 45M+ views attacking Democrats. Here's how the operation actually worked.

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California Lawmakers Push Back on Trump’s Attack on Renters

First-of-its-kind law would prohibit work requirements or time limits on low-income tenants who receive federal assistance.

Capital & Main

California Governor Gavin Newsom lists his $7.5 million Sacramento-area mansion: Inside the 8.2-acre Fair Oaks estate with 7 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, tennis court and 5,000-bottle wine cellar

California Governor Gavin Newsom has listed his sprawling 8.2-acre Fair Oaks mansion for $7.5 million, months before his second term ends in January 2027. The luxury estate features seven bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, a tennis court, swimming pool, gym and a 5,000-bottle wine cellar. Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom,…

The Economic Times

In 2018, California Governor Gavin Newsom bought a $3.7 million Fair Oaks mansion; now he lists the 8.2-acre estate for $7.5 million with 7 bedrooms, 12 baths and luxury amenities

California Governor Gavin Newsom has listed his sprawling Fair Oaks mansion for $7.5 million, nearly double the $3.7 million he paid in 2018. The 8.2-acre estate features seven bedrooms, 12 bathrooms and luxury amenities including a swimming pool, full-size tennis court, cold plunge, hot tub and a 5,000-bottle wine cellar.

The Times of India

EFF asks California governor to veto bill that would require online age verification — Electronic Frontier Foundation argues bill would result in privacy-invasive checks and step on First Amendment

Electronic Frontier Foundation asks California governor to veto bill that would require online age verification — EFF argues A.B. 1709 would result in privacy-invasive checks and step on First Amendment

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San Francisco Democrats break with their party over the billionaire tax—and reveal how deeply Prop 40 has split the left

The billionaire tax vote looms in November—and Democrats in California can’t agree on endorsing it.

Fortune

California lawmakers are moving $125 million toward buying a 162-acre former Bay Area racetrack; the $175 million deal would turn it into a major public waterfront park

California lawmakers are advancing $125 million for a former racetrack purchase. This funding aims to transform the 162-acre property into a public waterfront park. The East Bay Regional Park District would manage the site after its acquisition. Remaining funds are being sought from public and philanthropic sources. Public planning and…

The Times of India

‘Dangerous power grab’: top Democrats decry USPS system that could thwart mail-in voting – as it happened

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The Guardian - US

California Legislature to vote on wildfire reforms after blocking key parts of Newsom's plan

California lawmakers are expected to vote on a bill that would ensure survivors of utility-sparked wildfires get paid faster

The Independent UK

Stocks Lose Again as US-Iran War Heats Up: Stock Market Today

The last trading week of the summer is off to a tough start, with geopolitical tensions ratcheting and interest rates rising.

Kiplinger

Los Angeles fire survivors face record wait for federal disaster aid under Trump

Nearly 600 days after the devastating 2025 fires, thousands of Los Angeles residents are still waiting for more than $15bn in federal funds to rebuild their communities

The Guardian - US

Elon Musk's X Loses First Amendment Challenge to New York's 'Stop Hiding Hate Act'

Musk's X Corp., along with other social media companies operating in the state, must disclose whether and how it defines hate speech and disinformation.

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A consultant who once railed against ‘the billionaire boys club’ is now leading opposition to California’s wealth tax

Ned Wigglesworth once blasted big donors for buying influence. Today, he’s helping lead a nine-figure campaign against Prop. 40

Reason

Gavin Newsom Admits He Might Keep Tariffs?

Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss tariffs, tech moral panics, social media harms, video games, Dolly Parton, Tim Curry, AI-written journalism, and America’s $40 trillion debt.

The Independent UK

California and the federal government battle over hospice fraud, as victims lose coverage and care

Many California residents have fallen victim to hospice fraud, a widespread issue that exploits weak state and federal oversight and has generated millions in fraudulent claims to Medicare

The Independent UK

Man arrested with guillotine near Capitol after 2,600-mile journey from California

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The Guardian - US

Gavin Newsom puts Spanish-style California mansion up for sale for $7.5m

The 12-bath, seven-bed home near the state capital boasts a 5,000-bottle wine cellar, a pool and a tennis court

Latin Times

California Extends Address-Secrecy Protections to Immigration Nonprofit Workers Amid a Fight Over a YouTuber

Newsom signed AB 2624 to shield immigration nonprofit workers' addresses, but some widely reported penalties aren't in the bill's text.

The Times of India

US wildfire crisis: Hawk Fire burns more than 15,000 acres, forcing mass evacuations in Nevada

Wildfires across the western United States are forcing mass evacuations, destroying homes and raising fresh questions over who pays for the damage and whether some burned forests will ever return.

The Independent UK

Newsom faces high-stakes California fight over who pays for wildfire damage

The California governor is trying to broker a deal with lawmakers aimed at further shielding utilities from financial trouble if their equipment sparks a wildfire

International Business Times UK

California Assembly Passes Landmark Bill Banning Child Marriage Despite Eight Republicans Voting 'No'

California is set to eliminate child marriage by establishing a minimum marriage age of eighteen, closing aloophole that allowed minors to marry with parental consent and court approval.

Benzinga

Trump Reaffirms 'Drill, Baby, Drill,' but Gavin Newsom Points to '$86 Billion' in Excess Gas Costs, ‘Big Oil’ Profits: ‘Can’t End the War…’

California Gov. Gavin Newsom slammed President Donald Trump as the ongoing tensions with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz continue to affect oil and fuel prices in the U.S.

Benzinga

California’s Billionaire Tax Wins Support From Nearly 50% of Voters as November Vote Nears: Poll

California voters are narrowly backing a proposed one-time tax on certain taxpayers with assets over $1 billion, according to a new Berkeley IGS poll released Friday.

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