Amid Democratic debate, Elizabeth Heng airs ad torching socialism, AOC
Elizabeth Heng made a splash with a fiery national TV ad during the Houston Democratic Debate on Thursday aimed squarely at Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
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Fresno, Highlight, Politics
Judge rules against advocates seeking to overturn Measure P defeat
Superior Court Judge Kimberly Gaab ruled that Measure P, a 30-year parks tax initiative for the City of Fresno, did not reach the necessary vote threshold.
Highlight, Politics
Nunes shifts legal gears, eyes racketeering suit over coordinated attacks
Rep. Devin Nunes is shifting gears as the operative who dug for dirt in his wife’s work emails remained elusive. Now, he’s pursuing a racketeering claim.
Fresno, Highlight, Politics
With no campaign-funded salary, Janz fights County leave policy he wanted in 2018
While his 2018 campaign paid his salary and benefits during his leave, Janz claims a new County leave policy would put his family’s livelihood at risk.
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Nunes rallies GOP into battle between Valadao, “total loser” Cox
Rep. Devin Nunes and columnist Victor Davis Hanson laid out the state of play in Washington, Sacramento, and at home during a Fresno County GOP event.
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Devin Nunes spoke at a Fresno GOP event. Two protesters showed up.
Despite hyping the location of Nunes’ speaking engagement in Sunnyside, the House Intel member was greeted by only two protesters and a cow-clad mannequin.
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Valadao formally launches bid to recapture Congressional seat in 2020
Former Congressman David Valadao (R–Hanford) announced he’s seeking a rematch with his successor, Rep. TJ Cox (D–Fresno), on Wednesday
Politics, Visalia
AOC takes in sights of Kings Canyon National Park
The Green New Deal pitchwoman posted videos from Kings Canyon National Park on her Instagram, highlighting the local gem and its environmental impact.
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Calif. Supreme Court wants answers from state in battle over law requiring Trump’s tax returns
The Court placed the burden on Secretary of State Alex Padilla to explain why it should not nix the new law as violating California’s constitution.
Modesto, Politics
Cannella drops bid for Stanislaus Co. Supervisor citing conflicts
The abrupt exit of the former State Senator leaves the contest to replace four-term Supervisor Jim DeMartini wide open heading into 2020.
