Politics & Governance
Voters in California have rejected a measure to impose a one-time 5% wealth tax on residents with net worth over $1 billion. CNN’s Elex Michaelson reports.
Politics & Governance
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that he is commuting every death sentence in his state to a sentence of life in prison without parole – nearly eight years after declaring a moratorium on executions. CNN’s Elex Michaelson reports.
Politics & Governance
CNN’s Elex Michaelson speaks to voters in Norwalk, California, about what is motivating them to head to the polls and their desire for change in the 2026 midterm election.
Politics & Governance
CNN’s Elex Michaelson breaks down why some states seem to be noticeably slower at counting their mail-in ballots than others.
Politics & Governance
California has several high-stakes races on the midterm ballot, including the governor, mayor of Los Angeles, and a divisive one-time tax on billionaires. CNN’s Elex Michaelson reports.