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Trump immigration policy: Will California’s undocumented community face deportation?
In 2021, nearly 6 million people in California were undocumented or lived in a household with an undocumented family member.
Biden authorizes Ukraine’s use of US-supplied long-range missiles for deeper strikes inside Russia
The decision is a major U.S. policy shift and comes as Biden is about to leave office.
Indian and Nigerian leaders pledge stronger security ties and support for Global South
The countries also agreed on more support for Global South nations.
Trump’s Pentagon pick paid woman after sex assault allegation but denies wrongdoing, his lawyer says
“Mr. Hegseth has vigorously denied any and all accusations," a spokesman for Donald Trump's transition team said.
Trump immigration policy: Will Southern California’s undocumented community face deportation?
An estimated 3 million undocumented residents in the greater LA area could be subject to Trump's campaign promise of mass deportations. Legal experts and advocacy groups are preparing a response.
Iran ‘categorically denies’ UN envoy met Elon Musk
The New York Times reported the meeting took place earlier this week.
Trump taps Wright as energy secretary, as Musk suggests public should weigh in on Treasury pick
Trump picked Chris Wright, CEO of Denver-based Liberty Energy, as energy secretary.
Venezuela releases from prison some of the thousands detained after presidential election
President Nicolás Maduro and opposition candidate Edmundo González both claim to have won the presidential election.
Justice Department demands records from Illinois sheriff after July killing of Black woman
The U.S. Justice Department is demanding records related to the shooting of an Illinois woman who was killed in her home by a sheriff’s deputy as it investigates how local authorities treat Black residents and people with behavioral disabilities.
What to know about the congressional push to expand some Social Security benefits
The House has passed legislation that would provide full Social Security benefits to millions of people, pushing it one step closer to becoming law.
Sunnyvale officer union raises alarm at increase in local crime rates
Violent crimes in Sunnyvale increased 59% over a 10-year period, according to OpenJustice, a public crime database run by the state's Department of Justice.
What are recess appointments and how could Trump use them to fill his Cabinet?
Recess appointments would be a significant shift in power away from the Senate.
Here are the people Trump has picked for key positions so far
Trump is putting an emphasis on aides and allies who were his strongest backers during the 2024 campaign.
Should Los Angeles streets, parks and buildings be named after politicians?
Naming parks, plazas and streets after politicians has been a long tradition in L.A., but does it still make sense?
‘A pivotal moment?’ Why many Latino voters in California chose Trump
In part due to economic and border security concerns, Latinos in California appear to have moved toward Donald Trump. But that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re abandoning the Democratic Party.
Trump chooses anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary
Kennedy abandoned his presidential bid after striking a deal to have a role in health policy in the administration.
California victories help Republicans keep control of the U.S. House
Republican representatives in Congress were able to fend off enough California Democrats in close races and flip a few seats elsewhere to help keep the party's majority in the House of Representatives.