Virginia man William Curtis Smith was sentenced to one day in jail, two years of probation, 50 hours of community service, and a $9,800 fine for killing 20 bald eagles, sparking outrage from wildlife advocates and raising questions about the enforcement of federal protections for America's national bird.
California lawmakers are focusing on increasing housing supply, but neglecting the people suffering most from the housing crisis, and the powerful landlord lobby is preventing meaningful tenant protections.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has denounced President Trump's actions as a slide into authoritarianism, while California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a lawsuit against Trump, arguing that the federalization of the California National Guard without the state's consent is unconstitutional.
The Trump administration's ICE raids and military deployment in California are a direct attack on the state's values and sovereignty, and the federal government must take immediate action to halt the raids and withdraw the troops from our streets.
ICE agents have detained five people in Sacramento federal courtrooms after the Trump administration rescinded guidance to avoid making arrests at places of worship and at immigration appointments.