New poll shows Bass has slim lead over Raman, Pratt in LA mayoral election

A new poll shows that Mayor Karen Bass has a slim lead over her opponents — Councilmember Nithya Raman and political newcomer Spencer Pratt — in the upcoming June primary election.

• May 28

Democrats argue ballroom construction shouldn't continue without Congress' consent

Democratic lawmakers argue the Trump administration must get express consent from Congress before continuing construction on the White House ballroom.

• May 28

Many artists drop out of Freedom 250 concerts shortly after lineup announced

President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.

• Jun 1

California Assembly approves bill cracking down on restaurant reservation black market

The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.

• May 28

Newsom signs bill restricting law enforcement access to California ballots

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation Wednesday aimed at tightening California's election security rules ahead of the June 2 statewide primary.

• May 27

Supreme Court rejects Florida suit against other states over immigrant truck drivers

Florida sought to sue Washington and California for allegedly issuing commercial driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants.

• May 26

DHS memo directs ICE to ramp up asylum-related fraud cases

A top DHS official directed ICE attorneys to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration lawyers accused of filing false asylum claims.

• May 26

Trump undergoes "6 month physical" at Walter Reed

President Trump on Tuesday underwent a "6 month physical" at Walter Reed National Military Hospital, he posted on social media.

• May 26

AG requests to resume ballroom construction, citing latest shooting

Attorney General Todd Blanche said the ballroom is "being constructed for the physical safety and security of all Presidents, their families, staff, Foreign Dignitaries, and guests."

• May 25

DOJ says it scrubbed news releases about Jan. 6 criminal cases from its website

The Justice Department acknowledges it has removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, calling the information "partisan propaganda."

• May 25

Trump says U.S. is "getting a lot closer" to agreement with Iran

U.S. officials and negotiators were discussing a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sources briefed on the conversations said.

• May 23

Newsom escalates feud with Chevron, urging boycott amid soaring California gas prices

California's soaring gas prices are fueling an escalating political battle between Gov. Gavin Newsom and Chevron, with Newsom urging drivers to boycott Chevron stations over Memorial Day weekend.

• May 22

Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia

A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.

• May 22

Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first

The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.

• May 23

Tulsi Gabbard resigning as intel chief, citing husband's cancer diagnosis

Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.

• May 22

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