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Trump threatens to withhold funds from California wildfire victims because of his dislike for Newsom

Donald Trump threatened to withhold funds from California wildfire victims because of his dislike for the state’s governor, Gavin Newsom.

The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025

Can Gov. Gavin Newsom Make Californians Healthier?

Advocates worry that soft drinks, candy and other ultra-processed foods bought with government funds via EBT cards may be in his sights.

Capital & Main · Jun 18, 2025

'It's Going Overboard. It's Too Much': Some California Republicans Are Reacting To Trump's Immigration Tactics

Dozens of Californians in the swing region of northern Los Angeles County told the Washington Post that even though they wanted the president to enforce immigration laws, it has gone "too far."

Latin Times · Jun 18, 2025

Appeals court weighs California's challenge to Trump troop move - Roll Call

A federal appeals court heard arguments Tuesday over Trump's calling up of the California National Guard in response to Los Angeles protests.

Roll Call · Jun 17, 2025

Mel Gibson calls for his fellow Angelenos to overthrow Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass

Oscar winner accuses political leadership of ‘incompetence’ and ‘destructive decision-making’ in handling of anti-ICE protests and wildfires earlier this year

The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2025

Does California have lower homicide rates than some southern US states?

Governor Newsom argued with Republican politicians over crime rates, saying California’s is lower than other states.

Al Jazeera · Jun 17, 2025

The use of federal troops to quell Los Angeles protests recalls militarized law enforcement during the Civil Rights Movement

President Donald Trump activated 4,000 National Guard troops on June 10, 2025, to quell protests in Los Angeles over immigration raids – without the normal request from the state. He has also sent to Los Angeles hundreds of U.S. Marines, with the goal of protecting the unprecedented deportation operations by…

The Conversation · Jun 17, 2025

"No Kings" should be just the beginning

We need a powerful — and independent — movement against Trumpism

Salon · Jun 17, 2025

Will the public side with the protesters in LA? Here are some lessons from history

Social movements have long included some form of direct conflict with authorities. The key is whom the public blames for clashes

The Guardian - US · Jun 17, 2025

California vs. Trump: The High-Stakes Fight Over Your Next Car

California and other states are fighting to save a 2035 ban on the sale of new gas cars. Plus: Vinfast says it's in it for the long haul.

InsideEVs · Jun 16, 2025