Voting

State lawmakers are already taking legislative steps to “Trump-proof” California’s elections, starting with a bill designed to keep President Donald Trump off of California’s ballot in 2028.

The two northwestern states were the first to vote entirely by mail

The proposals come after revelations that hundreds of possible noncitizens were registered to vote in error.

Without the original “trigger clause,” Prop 50 will still go into effect.

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read previously called for Christy McCormick to resign.

Shasta County voters will decide on a measure mandating in-person voting, hand-counted ballots and voter ID — requirements that violate California election laws.

Two new initiatives would let voters consider whether to amend the state law and the state’s constitution and open primaries to all voters.

Opponents of Prop. 50 want voters to resist gerrymandering. Supporters are doing everything they can to make the election about Trump.

California is known for taking weeks to tally its ballots, causing uncertainty and frustration among voters. That could change with a faster turn-around under a new state law.

The administration is seeking sensitive information as part of its effort to root out suspected voter fraud.

Former President Barack Obama expressed support for California Governor Gavin Newsom's approach to redistricting, emphasizing the need for Democrats to respond effectively to Republican-led redistricting efforts.

Texas and President Donald Trump struck first in a gerrymandering battle that could tilt the 2026 midterms. That puts California Republicans in a bind as they contest Gov. Gavin Newsom’s redistricting.