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Xavier Becerra, the former: Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, Attorney General of California, and U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, announces his run for CA Governor. Gloria Allred, the discrimination attorney, debates radio host John Phillips, of KABC Radio on Trump tariffs, Elon Musk, and the CA governor race.

Politico's Senior Political Reporter, Melanie Mason, and veteran Republican strategist Mike Murphy discuss "Signal-Gate".

Legendary actor and activist Jane Fonda fights big oil alongside Julia Louis-Dreyfus. They talk about activism, the environment and the Vietnam War.

Former U.S. Rep. Katie Porter announces her run for California Governor. Political strategist Mike Madrid talks about what will win over the Latino vote.

Rep. Robert Garcia calls out Elon Must as the "Co-President of the United States" alongside Pres. Trump.

Just days after a sit-down interview with Elex Michaelson, LA Mayor Karen Bass fires LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley. Political Journalist Jon Regardie analyzes Bass' interview.

CA Attorney General Rob Bonta talks about suing the Trump administration over birthright citizenship, federal funding cuts, and DOGE.

Former V.P. Kamala Harris surveys fire damage in the Palisades and visits the Westwood Recreation Center where evacuees are staying.

After his inauguration, Trump signs various executive orders and visits California to meet with victims of the Palisades fire.

We to D.C. for Trump inauguration. Elex Michaelson interviews three congress members from California: Rep. Kevin Kiley, Rep. Young Kim, and Rep. Ro Khanna in their capitol offices.

The new year starts with devastating fires all over the Los Angeles area. Gov. Gavin Newsom joins Elex Michaelson to discuss and Comedian Bill Maher sits down for an interview.