Mark Z. Barabak

Villaraigosa had a strong night. Becerra projected steadiness. Bianco was the biggest loser. Where did all of this land with California voters?

Candidates in California's race for governor meet Tuesday for the second of three planned debates. Times columnists Gustavo Arellano, Mark Z. Barabak and Anita Chabria weigh in.

A constitutional provision allowing Congress to determine its makeup has some worried a Democratic victory could be nullified. Skepticism abounds, but Trump has repeatedly breached long-standing no...

Eric Swalwell's exit gives the also-rans a chance to surge into contention alongside Katie Porter and Tom Steyer. Will uninspired voters finally take interest?

The Democrat running for governor categorically denied any misconduct involving congressional staffers. Then the San Francisco Chronicle published an article quoting an alleged victim.

The lag time between election day and final tabulations creates a vacuum filled by unwarranted fraud claims. A reformer offers steps to speed the count while preserving the ease of casting a ballot.

Incumbent Steve Daines timed his retirement to all but guarantee his preferred successor will replace him. Never mind what voters, or other hopefuls, had in mind.

A regulation that would have eased travel for wheelchair users is on hold while airlines sue to overturn it. A Paralympic gold medalist said the rule addresses safety as well as people's dignity.

President Trump set off a partisan battle over the congressional map for November's election. The result has been sound and fury in more than a dozen states, starting with Texas and California.

In Texas, in particular, candidates have fastened on a growing Muslim population as they seek a new political scapegoat. The state's top elected officials have led the charge.