California, Gavin Newsom and Democrats
Digest more
Newsom, California and congressional map
Digest more
Trump breaks silence on Gavin Newsom trolling
Digest more
Many California Democrats are reluctant to give up the state's independently drawn congressional districts, but they say it's a necessary step to counter gerrymanders in Republican states.
California Governor Gavin Newsom says he doesn't accept "every" recommendation put out by the state's parole board. The comments were made while the state's parole board is deciding whether it will recommend Erik Menendez for parole.
The vote marked a return volley by Democrats in a national redistricting war the day after Texas approved its new map.
A 2028 presidential poll found Gavin Newsom is the top choice of 25% of California's Democratic voters, with Kamala Harris at 19%, & Tim Walz at 4%.
Gov. Gavin Newsom is pushing his proposal for a 45-mile water tunnel beneath California's Delta, saying it's vital for the state. Opponents argue the cost to ratepayers would be excessive.