Politics
USC students react to Nithya Raman’s victory over Karen Bass
Following Raman’s mayoral win, USC students point to housing affordability, immigration protections and public transportation as priorities for her incoming administration.
Newsom commutes death sentences across California
The governor’s decision extends a 2019 moratorium that halted executions but left death sentences in place.
USC alum leading race for L.A. City Attorney
Marissa Roy recently visited USC to support its proposed non-tenure track faculty union.
L.A. County reports ‘smooth’ voting amid federal concerns
More than 1.9 million ballots had been cast by Tuesday afternoon.
Latino voters are the swing voters of the midterm elections
In 2024, Latino voters helped President Trump take back the White House. Now, with discontent over the economy, immigration enforcement and other issues, Latino voters are preparing to cast their ballot.
Democrats win control of U.S. Senate and House in midterm elections
Xavier Becerra is first Latino elected governor in California; Nithya Raman defeats incumbent Karen Bass to become Los Angeles’ next mayor.
Estuardo Mazariegos wants to increase tenant protections
Mazariegos, a City Council candidate, said he wants to put a moratorium on rent by bed type and institute a gun buy-back program.
Los Angeles treats homelessness as a housing issue. These Democrats have a different view.
Jose Ugarte and John McKinney, both running for elected office in L.A., view homelessness as a mental health issue.
California will elect a new governor. Here’s what to know
Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton are vying to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.
How widespread is election fraud, really?
Recent federal actions have centered around alleged voter fraud; data shows few noncitizens are attempting to vote.
Follow the money: New Annenberg Media tool tracks congressional campaign donations
Users can explore who is financially backing congressional candidates in their university’s district and across California.
Candidates for L.A. city attorney share their visions
Marissa Roy and John McKinney were interviewed by Annenberg Media about their campaign platforms.
Nithya Raman attends USC tailgates
Raman attended campus tailgates with City Controller Kenneth Mejia Saturday.
Texans of all generations are voting in record numbers
Reporting trip finds enthusiasm everywhere.
L.A. County plans to deploy about 50 election response liaisons amid federal intervention concerns
County officials and voting rights advocates prepare for potential disruptions as legal battles over election procedures continue.












