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Protesters stand along a sidewalk holding signs opposing ICE and government actions, including a banner reading “No King No Dictator,” during a daytime demonstration in Ukiah.

California Senate advances bill allowing lawsuits against federal officers

by Tanay Gokhale January 28, 2026January 28, 2026

The so-called No Kings Act would let Californians sue ICE, Border Patrol and other federal agents for unconstitutional conduct.

Crowd of protesters march along a city street holding signs, including one reading “Stop ICE Now,” as buildings and streetlights line the route and reflections appear in a nearby glass surface.

Politics & Government

California Democrats urge government shutdown after federal agents kill Minnesota nurse

by Maya C. Miller, CalMatters January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

More than half of California’s Democratic legislative caucus called for a government shutdown and introduced bills to hold federal agents accountable.

A person stands on a city sidewalk eating from a bowl beside a blue tarp tent and piled belongings, with additional tents lining the street and apartment buildings rising on both sides.

Politics & Government

California counties must jump through new hoops to get homelessness funds

by Marisa Kendall, CalMatters and Ben Christopher, CalMatters January 20, 2026January 20, 2026

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration is pressuring local leaders to pass ordinances regulating homeless encampments, among other requirements.

A large group of people stands closely together on outdoor steps during a protest, many holding signs reading “Fight for Our Health,” “These Cuts Won’t Heal,” and “Health Care Over Corporate Profits.” The crowd is diverse in age and background; some people use mobility scooters or wheelchairs. Most face forward with serious expressions, wearing casual jackets and sweaters, as they participate in a health care–focused rally.

Politics & Government

The fight over how to pay for Medi-Cal puts pressure on Newsom to raise taxes

by Maya C. Miller, CalMatters and Jeanne Kuang, CalMatters January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

Newsom has already vowed to tank a proposed ballot initiative that would impose a 5% wealth tax on the state’s billionaires to bolster Medi-Cal. Progressive lawmakers and their allies in labor and health seem hopeful that Newsom could support a different long-shot funding idea.