Opinion

The Executive Order That Changed the Equation: Trump Moves to Break California’s Rebuild Gridlock

Donald Trump’s executive order on wildfire recovery in Los Angeles aims to streamline federal control over rebuilding efforts by expediting permitting processes and reducing bureaucratic delays. The order addresses ongoing frustrations with California’s slow response, framing the recovery effort as a national emergency and highlighting tensions in governance. Critics and supporters debate the implications for…

Lawsuit Challenges Eric Swalwell’s Eligibility to Run for California Governor

A lawsuit challenges Rep. Eric Swalwell’s eligibility for California’s 2026 gubernatorial race, claiming he doesn’t meet the state’s five-year residency requirement. Filed by Joel Gilbert, it alleges Swalwell primarily resides in Washington, D.C. and questions his Candidate Intention Statement. The case raises broader concerns about candidate residency enforcement in California.