Kevin Rector

Mail ballot plan is halted again

‘Disenfranchisement more than likely,’ judge says in blocking Trump’s postal rules.

Whistleblower says USPS defied court on ballots

‘Faulty’ system could cut off delivery of materials for millions, several lawmakers say.

A deal to trade away a piece of Yosemite

Trump administration considers swapping a parcel of the park to a private developer.

Trump allowed to plan for new mail ballot rules

But Supreme Court doesn’t permit changes to be adopted yet. Bonta vows to sue.

Democrats prep for potential interference in the midterms

Messaging from the Trump administration leads to creation of defensive battle plans.

More in state fear midterm meddling

Californians are less concerned over voter fraud and noncitizens voting, poll finds.

Trump tries to end birthright citizenship 'a different way'

After Supreme Court loss, two orders aim to narrow eligibility and block 'birth tourism.'

‘Orphaned’ voters may be key in midterms

Californians without a candidate from their party on ballot could hold strategic sway.

Few ways, and little time, left to win over voters

Any moves by Trump are unlikely to bring economic relief before midterms, experts say.

Iran war widens as Saudi tankers are struck in Red Sea

Trump overturns suspension of ICE traffic stops

2 killings prompted a halt. Law enforcement experts fault agents' shooting into cars.

Trump purges bipartisan election commission

Voting experts and others say the move aims to undermine free and fair balloting.

Newsom finds political benefit in federal probe

With an eye on a run for president in 2028, the governor goes on offense against Trump.

Newsom says he and wife are targets of U.S. probe

He alleges Trump is going after rivals ‘one by one’

State awaits high court ruling on mail ballots

Trump, without proof, says state vote was rigged

Newsom and other officials rebuff the assertion; president says probe underway

Using voting map to their benefit

Democrats advance in most congressional races, but one contest is cause for concern.

Poll finds split on confidence in elections

Most Democrats say local balloting is fair. With no proof of fraud, GOP voters disagree.

Congress control may hinge on state

Frustration and doubt reign as messy primary battles near end

Redrawn maps, voter resentment and party infighting have rocked races across all levels.

Tech donors drawn to centrist Mahan

Governor candidate says he’s not beholden to them and will hold industry accountable.

VANCE ALLEGES FRAUD, TARGETS MEDICAID

He says feds will defer $1.3 billion in funds to California, affecting seniors and disabled.

Trump hails ties with China on eve of state visit

President is expected to seek Xi Jinping's cooperation on trade and critical minerals.

Virginia maps rejected, boosting GOP

State Supreme Court overturns voter-approved redistricting favoring Democrats.

A far-right sheriff shakes up the race

Bianco’s anti-crime message resonates, but some see him as an affront to rule of law.