AGP Executive Report
Last update: 26 minutes agoElection Countdown: California’s June 2 primary is Tuesday, with voters choosing governor and Los Angeles mayor in a crowded “jungle” field; officials urge people to check vote-by-mail status and use open L.A. vote centers to avoid last-minute chaos. Voting Integrity: Los Angeles County is investigating fire-damaged mail ballots found in an official drop box days before the election, with plans to contact any voters whose ballots may be affected. Campaign Finance & Ballot Measures: The state FPPC flags a troubling rise in cases where officials allegedly use taxpayer money to campaign for or against local ballot measures—an issue that matters with 113 local measures on the ballot. Governor Race Watch: New polling keeps Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton, and Tom Steyer tightly packed, with low turnout and undecided voters seen as potential game-changers. LGBTQ+ Policy: California expands its ban on state-funded travel to Florida and four other states over LGBTQ+ discrimination laws. AI & Data Centers: Progressive Democrats are increasingly splitting over AI, arguing over how to confront the technology and the money, power, and environmental costs around it. LA Mayoral Politics: Spencer Pratt leans hard into faith and “common sense” messaging as his campaign tries to convert voter frustration into momentum. Workplace & Courts: Two California employment lawsuits target alleged discrimination and retaliation by supervisors tied to Kylie Jenner’s properties.
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