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
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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.
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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.
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Democrats launch $180k early ad blitz promoting Cox
House Majority Forward, a dark money group associated with Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s super PAC House Majority PAC, bought $180,000 worth of ads in Fresno.
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Karbassi cruises to Fresno City Council victory
Small businessman Mike Karbassi commanded an early lead and never let it go as returns from Tuesday’s special election rolled in.
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Elliott Balch ends campaign for Mayor of Fresno
Balch, the COO of the Central Valley Community Foundation and a top lieutenant to former Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin, ended his Mayoral bid on Tuesday.
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Fresno Mayor Brand backs Karbassi one day before City Council special election
Fresno’s mayor announced that he is endorsing Mike Karbassi for the District 2 City Council just before voters head to the polls in a special election.