Kamala Harris
Oakland’s favorite daughter gives a sharp critique of Donald Trump and a forceful defense of President Biden after his disastrous debate, increasing chances she could replace him as Democratic nominee if he drops out.
Big Oil
After spending $20 million to qualify a ballot measure to overturn a 2022 state law banning new oil and gas wells within 3,200 feet of homes, schools and hospitals, the industry withdraws it amid polls showing it likely to lose.
Gavin Newsom
California’s governor is mentioned repeatedly as a possible replacement for Biden. But if he fought Harris for the nomination at the Democratic convention in August, it could split the party in a devastating way.
