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RFK Jr. could be a spoiler in November. But will it help Biden or Trump?
RFK Jr., who recently qualified for the California ballot as a member of the American Independent Party, could draw votes from Biden and Trump.
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The Trump prosecution has a Michael Cohen problem — and a plan to solve it
The convicted former fixer will figure prominently in the New York hush money trial. His credibility issues give the defense plenty to work with.
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Gazans thank U.S. campus protesters while Israel condemns what it deems 'Nazi-like behavior'
People across Gaza sent thanks to students protesting on U.S. campuses against Israel; Israeli leaders characterized the demonstrators as 'pro-Palestinian mobs.'
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Kristi Noem executed her dog. She's not the only Trump veep wannabe who shouldn't be in the running
Trump's short list of vice presidential candidates self-disqualify when they second his falsehoods about the 2020 election and Jan. 6.
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With oil funds and Formula One, Saudi Arabia steamrolls its way onto sports’ hallowed grounds
Saudi Arabia's oil riches have rocked soccer, golf, even esports, and the autocratic kingdom is expanding in Formula One car racing. What's behind the push?
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LGBTQ+ people in Huntington Beach fearful of what they say is a rise in hostility
Kanan Durham never wanted to be an activist. But the trans Orange County's man and other LGBTQ+ people in Orange County feel called to speak out against a climate of hostility in Huntington Beach.
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Crime is a ballot 'vulnerability' for California Democrats after Schiff, Bass break-ins
Crimes involving Democratic lawmakers has put the spotlight back on public safety in California. The issue could leave Democratic candidates vulnerable in November.
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San Gabriel Mountains National Monument expanding by more than 100,000 acres
The Biden administration added to the Southern California monument that was established by President Obama in 2014, and also expanded the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument in Northern California.
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Mace, green lasers, screeching soundtracks: Inside the UCLA encampment on a night of violence
Even before Tuesday night's bloody physical altercations, protesters occupying a pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA said counterdemonstrators have assaulted them nightly with a jarring barrage of light and sound.
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Controversial recount breaks tie in Silicon Valley congressional race
Assemblymember Evan Low narrowly edged out Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian for second place, meaning Low will continue to the November ballot alongside sam Liccardo.
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Drew Barrymore urged VP Kamala Harris to be 'Mamala of the country.' The internet recoiled
Drew Barrymore faces waves of backlash on social media for pleading to Vice President Kamala Harris that she become the 'Mamala of the country.'
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Arizona Senate votes to repeal 1864 abortion law, leaving state with 15-week ban
Arizona senators have voted to repeal the 1864 abortion law after weeks of turmoil in the state.
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As tensions grow, more Americans see China as an enemy
A growing number of Americans consider China an enemy whose influence should be contained, a Pew Research study finds
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The women of Trump's GOP try to answer the question: Who's the most macho?
To be as tough as the guys, Republicans Kristi Noem shot her dog, Joni Ernst castrated hogs, Sarah Palin advocated shooting wolves from the air.
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Inside the far-right plan to use civil rights law to disrupt the 2024 election
Experts describe the plan as a legal long shot, but say it could sow doubts about the integrity of a rematch between President Biden and former President Trump.
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This artist sued to remove homeless people. They also have been his friends and inspiration
Artist Joel Coplin has a complicated relationship with homeless people. He sued Phoenix to clear an encampment. But he also befriended them and found inspiration for his art.
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Lauren Boebert is her own best asset — and worst enemy — as she fights to stay in Congress
In a new district, the fiery Colorado congresswoman enjoys a solid base among the GOP's MAGA wing. But some are put off by her indiscretions and messy personal life.
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Donald Trump was just fined for contempt of court. Could he go to jail next time?
Juan Merchan, the judge presiding over the New York hush money trial, fined the ex-president for repeatedly violating a gag order and threatened incarceration.
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Delaine Eastin, pioneering California politician, dies at 76
Delaine Eastin, California's only female state schools' chief, ran unsuccessfully for governor in 2018. She died after suffering a stroke.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he has qualified for California's presidential ballot
In 1968, segregationist George Wallace ran for president backed by the American Independent Party. Now, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will too.
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California's budget deficit will force difficult cuts. This one should be the easiest
While Gov. Gavin Newsom has closed corrections facilities, the state's shrinking incarcerated population could enable several more.
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Will AI deepfakes and robocalls upset the 2024 election?
AI is bending reality into a video game world of deepfakes to sow confusion and chaos during the 2024 election. Disinformation is a danger, especially in swing states.
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Nuclear waste storage at Yucca Mountain could roil Nevada U.S. Senate race
Opposition to storing nuclear waste at Yucca Mountain has united Nevadans across political lines — until now. A Senate candidate has spoken favorably about the idea.
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More student loan forgiveness available, but April 30 deadline looms
The Biden administration's most successful effort to forgive student-loan debt will end April 30. Here's what you need to do to qualify.
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Many O.C. residents skeptical of election results, potentially swaying key races, poll finds
In a purple county with several contests that could shape the balance of power in Congress, doubts about elections could keep voters away in November — particularly conservatives.
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University protests dominate media coverage, obscuring the true horror of Gaza war
Student protests are big news. But they are blocking out the horrors of the Gaza war that inspired them.
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Saying the stakes could not be higher, Newsom to speak at Vatican climate summit
Gov. Gavin Newsom will speak at a climate summit of mayors and governors hosted by Pope Francis at the Vatican in May.
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Kratom products have gone unregulated in California, unnerving both fans and critics
In California, where the herbal substance kratom has become a common fixture in vape-and-smoke shops, lawmakers are now aiming to reel in an unregulated market.
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President Biden’s big campaign promises come with a warning label
While Donald Trump is in court for his hush-money criminal trial, President Biden is making the case for a second term. What does he hope to deliver if he wins?
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That scowl. The gag order. A frightened juror. Who's on trial, a former president or a mob boss?
It's downright disturbing to contemplate the similarities between the Donald's hush money trial and that of an organized crime don.
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