WASHINGTON — The Trump administration on Monday asked the Supreme Court to allow it to fire the director of the U.S. Copyright Office. The administration’s newest emergency appeal to the high court …
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Proponents of Nov. 4 redistricting ballot measure vastly outraise opponents
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesSupporters of Proposition 50, California Democrats’ ballot measure to redraw the state’s congressional districts to help the party’s effort to take power in the U.S. House of Representatives, raised more …
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For Japan’s new leader, the key to connecting with Trump could be a Ford F-150 truck
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesTOKYO — President Trump opened his visit to Japan on Monday with greetings from the emperor a day before he meets new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who is banking on building a …
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Trump, contradicting California GOP, opposes early voting on Prop. 50
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesPresident Trump urged California voters on Sunday not to cast mail-in ballots or vote early in the California election about redistricting — the direct opposite of the message from state …
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Trump administration posts notice that no federal food aid will go out Nov. 1
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a notice on its website saying federal food aid will not go out Nov. 1, raising the stakes for families nationwide as the …
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Transportation secretary says he’ll pull $160 million from California over noncitizen truck licenses
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesU.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned Sunday that he’s about to make good on a threat to revoke millions in federal funds for California because he says the state is …
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In a sign of California’s rising status as a major hub of Democratic politics, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Sunday he’s considering a run for president in 2028 — just a …
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L.A. County’s $4-billion question: How to vet sex abuse claims?
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesL.A. County is bringing on a retired judge to tackle a $4-billion question: How can officials ensure that real victims are compensated from the biggest sex abuse payout in U.S. …
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Trump administration tells Colorado wolves must come from U.S., not Canada
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesFORT COLLINS, Colo. — The Trump administration is telling Colorado to stop importing gray wolves from Canada as part of the state’s efforts to restore the predators, a shift that could hinder …
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ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE — President Trump headed for Asia for the first time this term, a trip where he’s expected to work on investment deals and peace efforts before meeting face-to-face …