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California Democrats defy call from party to abandon crowded race: ‘Voters choose the next governor’

State party chair had urged candidates with no ‘viable path’ to victory to drop out to ensure Democratic win in November

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Can’t win? Drop out: California Democrats plead with governor hopefuls as party fears Republican surge

Party worries crowded field to replace Gavin Newsom – and quirk of primary system – could open door for Republicans in November

The Guardian - US

California dreaming: who is running to succeed Gavin Newsom as governor?

More than 95 candidates have submitted paperwork but here are the early frontrunners for next year’s election

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Newsom's ex-aide indicted on corruption, fraud charges. Here's what to know about the case.

A former top aide to California’s Gavin Newsom was arrested and indicted on federal corruption charges this week

The Independent UK

Ex-top aide to Newsom indicted over scheme to steal money from ex-US health secretary

Dana Williamson among five co-conspirators in scheme to steal more than $225,000 from Xavier Becerra’s campaign

The Guardian - US

Gavin Newsom’s former chief of staff arrested on fraud, tax and obstruction of justice charges

Williamson was Newsom’s chief of staff until late 2024

The Independent UK

Democratic frontrunner for California governor threatens to walk out of interview

Interviews grows testy when CBS reporter asks Katie Porter about 40% of voters who went for Trump, saying: ‘I’m going to call it’

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Kamala Harris announces she will not run for governor of California

Decision leaves race wide open, with candidates including Xavier Becerra, Antonio Villaraigosa and Katie Porter

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Kamala Harris decides against run for California governor in 2026 - Roll Call

Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced Wednesday that she will not run for governor of California in the 2026 election.

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White House bid to cut funding could spell trouble for Smithsonian American Latino museum - Roll Call

Backers of a planned Smithsonian museum honoring American Latinos are concerned the president's budget proposes to end money for the project.

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Democrats may require 2028 contenders to release full health information after disastrous Biden campaign

Revelations regarding former president’s decline in office are set to have significant effects on how his party conducts its elections

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Democratic Candidate Accuses Kamala Harris of Being 'Intentionally Complicit' in 'Cover Up' of Biden's Decline

Antonio Villaraigosa, a 2026 California gubernatorial candidate, accused the former vice president of helping to conceal Joe Biden's declining health.

Latin Times

The Supreme Court's Order for Supplemental Briefing in Kennedy v. Braidwood and the Reorganization Plan of 1966

The Reorganization Plan of 1966, standing by itself, is not a statute that could vest "by law" the appointment power authority in the Secretary.

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The California political veteran angling for governor: ‘This is a break-glass moment’

Xavier Becerra, the state’s ex-attorney general and a former US cabinet member, says he’s prepared to call Trump’s bluff

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Xavier Becerra enters packed race for California governor

Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is joining the crowded field of Democrats running for California governor.

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Ozempic, Wegovy and other new drugs are selected for Medicare's price negotiations

The Biden administration says popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have been added to Medicare’s list of medications that will be negotiated directly between the government and drug manufacturers

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US Department Of Health Declares Public Health Emergency In California

US Department of Health and Human Services declares public health emergency for California in response to wildfires, providing crucial support for healthca...

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Health Secretary Warns Against Preemptive Pardon For Fauci

Xavier Becerra expresses concerns about preemptive presidential pardons and the need to prevent misuse. Debate surrounds Biden's consideration of pardons f...

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Xavier Becerra's Legacy And Advice For Successor

Outgoing health official reflects on progress and challenges in public health during his tenure, highlighting achievements and persistent issues in the U.S...

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Monstrous wildfires blanket Southern California with smoky air, threatening the health of millions

Massive wildfires burning in the Los Angeles area have filled the air with a thick cloud of smoke and ash, prompting air quality advisories

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Cabinet Members Stand By President Biden's Fitness For Office

Top Cabinet members stand by President Biden's leadership and fitness for office amid ongoing scrutiny.

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Nobel Laureates Oppose RFK Jr. Nomination For HHS Secretary

Nobel laureates oppose Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for HHS Secretary due to his anti-vaccine stance and lack of health credentials.

The Independent UK

USDA set to test national milk supply so bird flu spread can be tracked

The move comes after raw milk from a California farm was recalled earlier this month

The Independent UK

Biden wants Medicare to cover weight-loss drugs for millions. RFK Jr is likely to step in

Kennedy, who as Trump’s nominee for HHS secretary is subject to Senate confirmation, has railed against the drugs

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Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

Millions of obese Americans would be eligible to have popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy or Ozempic covered by Medicare or Medicaid under a new rule the Biden administration proposed Tuesday morning

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