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Civics & Democracy
LAist’s coverage of civic life and citizen issues in Southern California. We cover elections, examine who gets listened to and why, and provide a guide for anyone who wants to more fully participate in civic life.
Federal officers shot Ricardo Parias eight months ago during an ICE operation to detain him. His lawyer says he is still in pain, highlighting gaps in DHS oversight and care.
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California Democrats used a common legislative tactic called “gut and amend” to rush legislation for a special election on new election maps.
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California counties are scrambling to prepare for Gov. Gavin Newsom's special election on redrawing congressional districts for the 2026 midterm. The effort will cost tens of millions of dollars.
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The California Fair Elections Act would lift the ban on public financing of campaigns in the state, a potential game changer for elections.
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But legal experts say he lacks the constitutional authority to do so.Listen 2:25
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A Santa Ana police commander told the public the drones will not be used for surveillance.
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Leaders in Washington, D.C., say they're striving to maintain calm as growing numbers of National Guard soldiers deploy to the city.Listen 3:24
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Trump made the announcement after a day of talks with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy and a delegation of top European officials. He said he'd meet with the two leaders afterward, but did not say when.Listen 3:33
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In a battle prompted by President Donald Trump, Texas and California could redraw lines that change whose votes really matter in the 2026 congressional elections.
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State leaders in both parties say they're ready to redraw political lines ahead of 2026, but state laws and constitutions make mid-decade redistricting virtually impossible in many places.
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The move comes as lawyers for immigrant families say children are being held for extended periods of time in Border Patrol stations.
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We're getting the first look at Newsom's proposed changes to counter President Donald Trump's push in Texas to put more Republicans in Congress.
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Here's a breakdown of the political battle in Texas and California’s response, all of which affects the power of your vote and who represents you.
