Last minute push for votes in California senate race
The three top democrats vying for the late Senator Dianne Feinstein's senate seat are traveling up and down the state making their final pitch to voters ahead of Super Tuesday. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge are joined live in studio by political reporter Greg Lee and political analyst Brian Sobel to break down the expensive battle to fill this rare open seat.
Supreme Court rules Trump stays on ballot
In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court ruled states cannot bar former president Trump from their ballot. The justices rejected a Colorado challenge to Trump's eligibility that was based on a constitutional provision that prevents insurrectionists from holding office. For more on the implications of this decision, KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes are joined in studio by UC Hastings Law professor David Levine.
Campaign turmoil, legal issues continue for Trump
Former President Trump is appealing an Illinois judge's ruling, keeping him off of the republican primary ballot. Illinois is the third state to make the move. Dozens of lawsuits have been filed to remove his name, arguing he is ineligible due to a clause in the 14th amendment prohibiting those who 'engaged in insurrection' from holding office. The Illinois ruling is delayed from taking effect until the Supreme Court makes a decision in a similar case in Colorado. The Supreme Court will also hear arguments in Trump's immunity case. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with Loyola Marymount Professor of Law Laurie Levenson about the nuances of the situation and what's at stake.
Congress debates federal IVF protections, fertility care
Senate republicans blocked legislation introduced by democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth that would have protected access to in vitro fertilization (IVF). The bill was a response to a controversial court ruling on IVF by the Alabama Supreme Court that upended fertility care in the state, ruling frozen embryos can be considered children under state law. Democrats warned other states could follow Alabama's lead and limit access to IVF. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Cristina Rendon discuss the possible paths forward with Georgetown Law professor and reproductive rights expert Michele Goodwin.
One week from election day, voter turnout may hit record low
California's primary election and Super Tuesday are a week away and voters have a rare opportunity to elect new leadership in Washington from the Bay Area. But so far, voter turnout has been so weak, it is possible we may see record low numbers. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Jana Katsuyama speak with Paul Mitchell, CEO of California-based voter data firm Political Data Inc. about the latest ballot breakdowns.
California Senate race: Schiff, Garvey go into primary as frontrunners
The California Senate race will narrow down on March 5, with the top two finishers in the primary contest advancing to the November general election.
House announces bipartisan task force to tackle AI regulation
A new effort is underway in Washington, D.C. to regulate artificial intelligence. The House has launched a bipartisan task force focused on creating the AI legislation necessary to keep everyone safe while also advancing the industry. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with Joseph Thacker, AI engineer and security researcher with cybersecurity company AppOmni about the massive responsibility of taking on the rapidly changing field and what the task force should focus on first.
SCOTUS weighs social media regulations, free speech limits
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments today about laws passed in Florida and Texas meant to prohibit social media platforms from removing objectionable content. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge discuss the ruling's widespread implications for online speech in the internet era with tech journalist and CEO of Connect Safely, Larry Magid.
South Carolina GOP primary: Trump projected to win as Haley vows to stay in race
Donald Trump is projected to win the GOP South Carolina primary, winning his fourth straight primary and defeating Nikki Haley in her home state.
Congressional Race: Sam Liccardo weighs in on national voter issues
In this 3-part series, KTVU's "The Four" features conversations with three of the frontrunners vying for South Bay Rep. Anna Eshoo's congressional seat. Eleven candidates are running for her seat, which represents a district covering parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Rep. Eshoo is retiring after serving more than 30 years in congress. Sam Liccardo served as a member of the San Jose City Council from 2007 to 2014 and as Mayor of San Jose from 2015 to 2023. (Part 2 of interview)
Congressional Race: Sam Liccardo makes case for District 16 seat
In this 3-part series, KTVU's "The Four" features conversations with three of the frontrunners vying for South Bay Rep. Anna Eshoo's congressional seat. Eleven candidates are running for her seat, which represents a district covering parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Rep. Eshoo is retiring after serving more than 30 years in congress. Sam Liccardo served as a member of the San Jose City Council from 2007 to 2014 and as Mayor of San Jose from 2015 to 2023. (Part 1 of interview)
Congressional Race: Evan Low weighs in on key voter issues
In this 3-part series, KTVU's "The Four" features conversations with three of the frontrunners vying for South Bay Rep. Anna Eshoo's congressional seat. Eleven candidates are running for her seat, which represents a district covering parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Rep. Eshoo is retiring after serving more than 30 years in congress. Evan Low was elected to the California State Assembly in 2014 and is currently serving in the leadership team as Assistant Majority Whip. In 2010, Low made history as the youngest, openly LGBT mayor in the country at the age of 26 in the city of Campbell, CA. (Part 2 of interview)
Congressional Race: Evan Low wants to bring new leadership to DC
In this 3-part series, KTVU's "The Four" features conversations with three of the frontrunners vying for South Bay Rep. Anna Eshoo's congressional seat. Eleven candidates are running for her seat, which represents a district covering parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Rep. Eshoo is retiring after serving more than 30 years in congress. Evan Low was elected to the California State Assembly in 2014 and is currently serving in the leadership team as Assistant Majority Whip. In 2010, Low made history as the youngest, openly LGBT mayor in the country at the age of 26 in the city of Campbell, CA. (Part 1 of interview)
Pres. Biden meets with family of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in San Francisco
President Biden sat down with the family of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in San Francisco today, less than a week after Navalny was found dead in a Russian Arctic penal colony. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Frank Mallicoat speak with Stephen Zunes, Professor of Politics and International Studies at the University of San Francisco about the significance of this meeting and the new round of sanctions Pres. Biden is expected to announce against Russia.
Political Analysis: Expert Brian Sobel offers insight into major congressional and senate races in California
KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes sit down with political analyst Brian Sobel to discuss several major contests; the 16th district congressional race and the race for U.S. senate.
Biden's Bay Area visit encounters supporters and protestors
President Biden arrived in San Francisco on his campaign fundraising trip, greeted as he descended from Air Force One by Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi and Congressman Kevin Mullin.
Protesters renew Gaza ceasefire demands during Biden's Bay Area visit
President Biden, in town for campaign fundraisers, was greeted by protesters in San Francisco. They chanted and held signs as they renewed their calls for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Congressional Race: Joe Simitian expands on key campaign issues
In this 3-part series, KTVU's "The Four" features conversations with three of the frontrunners vying for South Bay Rep. Anna Eshoo's congressional seat. Eleven candidates are running to fill her seat, which represents a district covering parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Rep. Eshoo is retiring after serving more than 30 years in congress and has endorsed current Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian. Simitian has served on the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors since 2012 and is also a former state legislator. (Part 2 of 2 interview)
Congressional Race: Joe Simitian's bid for Rep. Eshoo's seat
In this 3-part series, KTVU's "The Four" features conversations with three of the frontrunners vying for South Bay Rep. Anna Eshoo's congressional seat. Eleven candidates are running to fill her seat, which represents a district covering parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Rep. Eshoo is retiring after serving more than 30 years in congress and has endorsed current Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian. Simitian has served on the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors since 2012 and is also a former state legislator. (Part 1 of interview)
President Biden makes campaign stop in Bay Area
President Biden made a brief stop at Marina Green in San Francisco this afternoon before heading to a political fundraiser with Getty's in the city. The president has raised $42 million towards his re-election war chest in January alone. He has $130 million currently at his disposal, before the donations expected from today and tomorrow. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes speak with political analyst Brian Sobel about the president's current financial edge.