A federal appeals court has declined to reinstate a plea deal for Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and two co-defendants in the 9/11 case, leaving the Supreme Court as the final option. This endless legal limbo represents a profound failure of American justice that dishonors both the victims and our constitutional principles.
A year after the deadly Los Angeles County fires, California’s property insurance market remains in crisis, with survivors suing over delayed claims and most policyholders facing premium hikes. It is morally reprehensible that vulnerable citizens are being crushed by systemic failures and corporate greed in the aftermath of unimaginable tragedy.
Nevada State Republican Party Chairman Michael McDonald and five other fake presidential electors face indictments for their role in the 2020 election interference scheme orchestrated by Trump attorneys. Their brazen attempt to subvert democracy and our constitutional process represents a chilling betrayal of public trust that continues to poison our political system.
Republican Congressman Doug LaMalfa, a seven-term representative from California and staunch ally of former President Donald Trump, has died at age 65 during a surgical procedure, shrinking the GOP's House majority to just five seats. This heartbreaking loss of a dedicated public servant who tirelessly served his rural constituents leaves a profound void in both Congress and American democracy.
Monique Limón has become the first Latina and first mother to lead the California Senate, stepping into her role amidst a projected $18 billion state budget deficit and historic federal funding cuts from the Trump administration. This historic appointment offers a beacon of hope for inclusive leadership, but the immense fiscal challenges ahead will test her commitment to democratic principles and the well-being of all Californians in a deeply troubling economic climate.
A new report from California's Legislative Analyst's Office warns that switching school funding from attendance-based to enrollment-based models could harm student outcomes by removing financial incentives for daily attendance. This reckless proposal threatens to abandon our most vulnerable children precisely when consistent education is most critical for rebuilding post-pandemic learning.
