Big money beat bigger money in the U.S. election
BELFAST, Northern Ireland – Much has been written in recent decades about the growing influence of money on politics and elections in the United States, including titles such as “The …
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California gambling companies spent big to defeat three state lawmakers
By Ryan Sabalow | CalMatters California’s card rooms lost a costly legislative fight this year as they sought to kill a bill that would allow their competitors, tribal casinos, to sue …
California’s 2nd largest county aims to further limit cooperation with immigration authorities, but sheriff pushes back – The Mercury News
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution Tuesday that aims to completely restrict county agencies from cooperating with federal authorities on immigration enforcement. The vote comes weeks …
What will happen to Social Security under Trump’s tax plan? – The Mercury News
Kemberley Washington, CPA | (TNS) Bankrate.com “Seniors should not pay tax on Social Security,” President-elect Donald Trump said on social media during his campaign in July. Currently, some people who …
Election Day has long passed. In some states, legislatures are working to undermine the results
By GARY FIELDS WASHINGTON (AP) — While the election was over a month ago, voters in some parts of the country are discovering that having their say at the ballot …
Fate of Gaetz ethics report is up in the air
By FARNOUSH AMIRI WASHINGTON (AP) — Matt Gaetz may be done with the House of Representatives, but his former colleagues aren’t through with him yet. Lawmakers on Thursday are expected …
Conservative legal group lawsuit says California voter rolls are ripe for fraud – The Mercury News
A lawsuit filed by a conservative legal group against California voting officials takes aim at the state’s “make-it-easy” approach to voting. In May, Judicial Watch, on behalf of the Libertarian …
Democrat Adam Gray wins election to U.S. House in California’s 13th Congressional District, beating incumbent John Duarte – The Mercury News
By MICHAEL R. BLOOD | Associated Press LOS ANGELES — Democrat Adam Gray captured California’s 13th Congressional District on Tuesday, unseating Republican Rep. John Duarte in the final U.S. House …
Trump doubles down on defiance after collapse of Matt Gaetz selection
His first selection for attorney general collapsed in spectacular fashion. His choice for defense secretary is awash in scandal. His picks for intelligence, health and other posts are being panned. …
UC Berkely law grad is first transgender attorney to argue before the Supreme Court, challenging health care ban for minors – The Mercury News
By LINDSAY WHITEHURST | Associated Press WASHINGTON — When the Supreme Court this week wades into the contentious issue of transgender rights, the justices will hear from an attorney with …