California Democrats shrug at their choices in packed race to replace Newsom

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The packed race for California governor has left many Democrats in the state wrestling with who to vote for in the race’s closing days. Though voting began in early May ahead of the June 2 primary, Democrats have been returning their ballots at a slower pace than normal after a chaotic campaign … Read more

Families caring for disabled relatives face unthinkable choices as Medicaid cuts loom

Now the wage she receives from the state is set to drop by more than 25%, down to $23.69 an hour. “I can’t absorb that,” Gonce said. “How am I supposed to keep paying my bills?” Advocates say paying relatives as caregivers doesn’t just help families — it can save the government money. Michele Gregory … Read more

As Iran war nears key 60-day deadline, Congress and Trump face choices on next steps

Washington — President Trump faces a key deadline in the war with Iran on Friday under a decades-old law that limits the use of force without authorization from Congress. The War Powers Resolution of 1973 lays out a timeline for when lawmakers must be notified of hostilities and when a president is required to withdraw … Read more