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President Donald Trump on the campaign trail. Photo by Michael Vadon

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California insiders: Trump won’t help the GOP here, but he’s not going anywhere

California Republicans shouldn't count on the president to hold back a blue wave, insiders say in a new survey.

By Ben Christopher • September 25, 2018

Robbie Hunter, head of the State Building and Construction Trades Council, at his headquarters in Sacramento, September 2018.

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Democrats for repealing the gas tax get harsh words from a union, a startup makes a big donation, police shootings, a #MeToo suit, housing and a pro and con on Proposition 5.

By Dan Morain • September 24, 2018

Democratic congressional candidate Katie Porter raises her finger while speaking in front of a line of delegates at the California Democratic Party convention in San Diego.

Elections

Gas tax defection: Progressive congressional candidate endorses repeal effort

Katie Porter's announcement in a new campaign ad marks the most prominent defection over the gas tax repeal from the Democratic ranks yet.

By Ben Christopher • August 21, 2018

Republican Cole Harris' web site says he owes his campaign consultants more than $1 million.

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Why is Cole Harris spending $2.2 million?

By Dan Morain • May 21, 2018