Column: There are two Americas. Falling mortgage rates only matter to the rich
There was a McDonald's in my neighborhood that we passed often when I was a kid. Each time I read…
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“He lied, he was a scapegoat and he was a distraction.” Democrats respond to Trump
America, President Trump said Tuesday night, is “bigger, better, richer and stronger than ever.” “We are the hottest country in…
Democrats fear growing that too many candidates in gubernatorial race could lead to Republican victory
SAN FRANCISCO— California Democratic Party leaders, along with liberal activists and loyal power brokers, are openly expressing fear that their…
Rep. Kevin Kiley's measure would block a key element of California's proposed wealth tax
WASHINGTON- As progressives look to put a new billionaire tax on the November ballot in California, one Republican congressman is…
Voter confidence in US elections falls amid criticism of Trump, redistricting and fear of ICE
President Trump and his allies are questioning the security of the ballots. Democrats warn of unconstitutional federal intervention. Experts and…
Confrontation over masked agents fuels latest partial government shutdown
WASHINGTON- A dispute over whether federal immigration agents should be allowed to wear masks during law enforcement operations has become…
Letters to the editor: Trump may always chicken out, but so do Democrats
February 2, 2026 7 a.m. Pacific Time to the editor: “Trump always chickens out” (TACO) when it comes to foreign…
Shutdown Nears as Lawmakers Prepare for Next Round of ICE Negotiations
WASHINGTON- A budget impasse in Congress is poised to halt large swathes of federal operations early Saturday, as lawmakers on…
The 'Abolish ICE' messages are back. Is it more likely this time?
WASHINGTON- “Abolish ICE.” Democratic lawmakers and candidates for public office across the country are increasingly returning to the phrase, popularized…
Column: ICE shooting shows how those who serve Trump feel above the law
I've seen too many videos of the murder that took place Wednesday in Minneapolis, when an ICE agent shot an…