Protesters Call for Release of ICU Nurse Taken by ICE

The immigration battle in Southern California flared again Friday night, as demonstrations outside the Federal Detention Center in Downtown LA erupted into clashes with the LAPD. Protesters demanded the release of ICU nurse and community activist Amanda Trebach, who was taken into custody by ICE Friday morning.

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Governor Newsom is hosting some of those Texas lawmakers who fled the Lone Star State to block Governor Greg Abbott’s redistricting plan. Critics call it a stunt, accusing them of hiding out in California instead of doing their jobs in Texas.

Yesterday in Sacramento, Newsom stood alongside more than a dozen Texas Democrats to unveil California’s counterpunch: a plan to redraw congressional maps in a way that boosts Democrats in the House and cancels out any GOP gains in Texas come 2026.

So, what does this look like for Californians? Voters will get their first look at the so-called “Revenge Maps” next week.

California lawmakers return from summer recess on August 18 and are expected to vote on Governor Newsom’s push for a special election this November to redraw Congressional Districts.

But how do California voters feel about this so called ‘Revenge Map’ proposal? According to a new Emerson College poll, they’re divided: 33% support the effort, with 25% opposing it. But, the political fight could get intense, 42% of voters are undecided.

If you are an EV driver who has been flying solo in the carpool lane while the rest of Californians sat in traffic- this one is for you. That freeway perk could vanish by October first if Congress doesn’t renew California’s Clean Air Vehicle Decal program. With President Trump already axing EV tax credits, this fix isn’t likely. Let’s just say, might want to mentally prepare for the 405 grind.

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