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Trump Suing California, Republicans File 2nd Lawsuit Against Newsom, Who Is Buying Up LA Real Estate From Ashes? And More...

August 28, 2025

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BREAKING NEWS

Trump Vows to Sue California over Newsom’s Redistricting Push

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • President Donald Trump says the Department of Justice will be filing a lawsuit to challenge Governor Gavin Newsom’s redistricting proposal for California, asserting that the newly drawn maps unfairly favor Democrats.

  • The plan, approved by the state legislature, seeks to bypass the independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, allowing lawmakers to map out Democratic-leaning districts for the 2026–2030 elections—pending voter approval in a special election this fall.

  • Trump frames the move as a partisan power grab and indicates the federal government will step in to stop it.

  • The lawsuit follows existing legal challenges from California Republican lawmakers who argue the plan violates both state constitutional safeguards and the commission’s mandate.

  • Although legal experts view the challenge as a long shot given California’s strong legal traditions and high bar for barring ballot measures, the case signals a broader clash between partisan strategy and democratic norms.

  • Behind the headlines, this legal showdown underscores the deep national stakes of electoral map control ahead of the 2026 midterms.

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California Republicans File Second Lawsuit Against Newsom Redistricting Effort

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • California Republican lawmakers have filed a second lawsuit with the state Supreme Court to block Governor Gavin Newsom’s redistricting initiative, arguing it bypasses the constitutionally mandated independent redistricting commission and short-circuits fair public review.

  • Their emergency petition challenges both the legislature and the Secretary of State, claiming the expedited process violates voter-approved safeguards.

  • Meanwhile, this follows an earlier lawsuit that was dismissed, prompting Republicans to broaden their legal strategy for greater effect.

  • Governor Newsom’s office has dismissed the litigation as politically motivated and unlikely to succeed.

  • The move escalates a broader partisan conflict over redistricting, with Democrats aiming to counter Republican gerrymandering in states like Texas.

  • The unfolding legal battle will determine whether California will continue its tradition of fair map drawing or pivot toward legislative control.

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Who is Buying Up LA Real Estate From The Ashes?

Celebrities Raised Millions for LA Fire Aid. Much of the Money Went to Programs for Illegal Aliens and Nonprofits That Only Assist 'Black and Brown Communities.'

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • FireAid, a celebrity-backed initiative that raised roughly $100 million for California wildfire relief, distributed millions to over 160 nonprofit organizations—but many of them reportedly serve only “Black and Brown communities” or undocumented individuals, raising questions about the equity of the allocations.

  • Groups like the Greenline Housing Foundation, which received nearly $5 million for health and housing, explicitly prioritize Black or Hispanic applicants, despite later claiming openness to all.

  • The Black Freedom Fund, allocated $7.6 million for disaster relief, said it assists only organizations led and controlled by Black individuals.

  • Another recipient, the Alliance for a Better Community, used a “Fuerza Fund” to support immigrant and undocumented families with aid ranging from direct cash transfers to trauma-informed legal resources.

  • Some nonprofits even state commitments to people whose needs are unrelated to the wildfires, prompting critics to label the distributions as politically driven rather than need-based.

  • FireAid has responded by commissioning a governance review and pledged a forthcoming audit to ensure funds are used in accordance with its stated purpose.

California Supreme Court denies GOP request to block redistricting proposal

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • California’s Supreme Court has rejected an emergency motion from Republican lawmakers seeking to block a special election tied to Governor Newsom’s redistricting proposal, asserting there was no basis for relief under the state constitution.

  • The petition, filed just days earlier, accused Democrats of sidestepping the independent redistricting commission and rushing the map approval without proper public notice or legislative process.

  • With the court’s dismissal, Proposition 50—which would shift redistricting power back to the legislature for three election cycles—proceeds to appear on the November ballot.

  • Republican lawmakers warned that the decision diminishes checks and balances, proposes a dangerous precedent, and undermines voter confidence in democratic norms.

  • Newsom celebrated the outcome, framing it as a triumph over partisan obstruction. Despite the court’s refusal to intervene, GOP officials vow to continue fighting through additional court filings and public campaigns.

HEALTH…

University of California works for settlement with Trump administration as Newsom gears up for showdown

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • The University of California (UC) is pushing back against a looming $1 billion settlement demanded by the Trump administration over allegations that UCLA mishandled antisemitism complaints, a stance that Governor Gavin Newsom has publicly defended.

  • The Trump administration, following a freeze of roughly $584 million in federal research grants, is reportedly pushing policy changes—like limiting overnight protests and admissions practices—for funding to be reinstated.

  • A federal judge has already ordered partial restoration of the grants, citing prior injunctions, yet broader negotiations remain ongoing under tight constraints.

  • While several Ivy League universities, such as Columbia and Brown, quickly settled similar disputes under pressure, UC is determined to resist, framing the demand as political extortion that threatens academic freedom.

  • University officials warn that acquiescing would set a dangerous precedent of federal interference in university governance.

  • This showdown pits California’s public higher education system and its leadership against a beleaguered Trump White House seeking leverage over ideological and institutional compliance.

Will darkness fall on AI instead of enlightening the public thanks to California legislators?

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • California legislators are considering more than half a dozen bills aimed at regulating the use of AI in employment and other critical decisions, but many now face obstruction due to being placed in a “suspense file” that stifles costly or politically sensitive legislation.

  • One key proposal, Senate Bill 7, would mandate employers to give workers 30 days notice before AI is used in decisions like hiring or pay, allow appeals, and prohibit using AI in ways that infringe on privacy—such as predicting scores based on immigration status, ancestry, health, or psychological attributes.

  • Assembly Bill 1018 is broader in scope, covering AI applications in areas such as education, housing, healthcare, and criminal justice, but opposition from nearly 80 groups and concerns over compliance costs—potentially reaching hundreds of millions—threaten its progress.

  • Labor union advocates, including the California Federation of Labor, view these measures as essential worker protections against unchecked AI intrusion, especially amid rising distrust of Big Tech.

  • However, the bills’ fate now hinges on approval by appropriations committees, a process criticized as opaque and lacking public scrutiny.

  • In short, while these proposed regulations aim to safeguard privacy and fairness, high costs and secretive legislative hurdles cast doubt on whether they’ll ever reach the governor’s desk.

The Dehumanization of Los Angeles: How Housing Policy Created an Aesthetic and Economic Catastrophe

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • Los Angeles has lost its architectural soul due to modern housing policies that prioritize cost efficiency over beauty, replacing historic styles with bland, shoebox-like structures indistinguishable from industrial blocks.

  • Soaring land costs, exorbitant development fees, and prolonged permitting push developers toward cheap, uninspired rectangle designs, stripping neighborhoods of character and human-centered design.

  • Beneath the surface lies an economic tragedy: socially costly housing decisions like supportive units that cost nearly $800,000 each yet deliver poor occupancy and weak retention.

  • These policies worsen inequality, replacing legacy communities with overpriced micro-apartments that command thousands in rent for spaces unfit for living.

  • Additionally, the decision to eliminate parking requirements in a car-dependent city has sparked class resentment, left neighborhoods shackled by congestion, and forced seniors and working families to bear the burden of thoughtless planning.

  • Ultimately, what could have elevated civic life instead manipulates it into visual and economic decay—turning a city built for dreams into one that resists human flourishing.

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Guest Column

DC dismantled in a week the homeless encampments California’s endured for decades

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • Washington, D.C. swiftly dismantled over 40 homeless encampments in just one week under a no-tolerance policy spearheaded by the Department of the Interior, which offered shelter and behavioral health services while threatening fines or jail time for noncompliance.

  • This rapid enforcement is contrasted sharply with California’s approach, where decades of legal constraints, bureaucratic delays, and multiple court-mandated processes have allowed encampments to proliferate citywide.

  • Despite pouring billions into homelessness initiatives and securing voter-approved bonds and taxes, California’s homeless population in Los Angeles has continued to rise—from 44,359 in 2015 to 72,308 by 2025.

  • The state’s cleanup protocols are weighed down by elaborate requirements: multiple assessments, tagging and storing personal property, Hazmat clearances, and prolonged notice periods before removal.

  • While President Trump’s policy is criticized as harsh, defenders argue it reflects the necessary resolve California lacks, where leaders like Mayor Karen Bass have opposed stricter enforcement amid persistent tent cities.

  • Ultimately, the column asserts that California could emulate D.C.’s decisive tactics to finally begin resolving a long-standing, escalating crisis.

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