Senior U.S. senator from California; engineer and Democrat
State budget talks remain unsettled as Gov. Hochul’s push to tie policy reforms to the budget has drawn criticism from Assembly Speaker Heastie and others, signaling a tense, ongoing fight over climate, immigration and fiscal priorities ahead of session end.
California has held its jungle primary today, June 2, 2026, to narrow a crowded field for governor, Los Angeles mayor and new congressional districts. Polling had placed Democrat Xavier Becerra, Democrat Tom Steyer and Republican Steve Hilton near the top; results will determine whether Democrats avoid splitting the vote and how the new map reshapes House races.
The US Supreme Court has rejected President Trump’s executive order that would have denied automatic citizenship to nearly all children born on US soil. In a 6-3 ruling written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the court has affirmed that the 14th Amendment grants citizenship to those born in the United States, while three justices dissented.
Federal judges in multiple courts have halted President Trump’s efforts to tighten mail‑in voting. A D.C. judge has sided with the NAACP to block a USPS rule that would return ballots unless states hand over voter lists; a Massachusetts judge has barred key parts of an executive order that would force federal citizen lists and limit post‑Election Day ballot delivery.
The Supreme Court has upheld birthright citizenship for babies born on U.S. soil, rejecting Trump’s bid to limit citizenship based on parents’ status. The decision maintains the 14th Amendment’s promise, even as the administration vows to pursue further restrictions through legislation and enforcement.
AP-NORC survey shows a generational divide among Jewish Americans: older, religiously affiliated Jews emphasize Israel in identity and security while younger Jews prioritize cultural links; views on Gaza and genocide claims vary, with concerns about safety rising in the US.
Leaders are demanding oversight and transparency after two deadly ICE shootings in Maine and Texas spur controversy over training, vehicle stops and body cameras. Lawmakers press DHS for clearer vetting, identification and accountability.