AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoState Budget & Health Care: Gov. Gavin Newsom says California has erased its projected deficit for the next two years, helped by higher tax revenue tied to Silicon Valley’s AI boom—but the plan still faces major backlash over Trump-era health care cuts, including a reported $1.3 billion Medicaid payment hold that could ripple through county services and school staffing. Elections Countdown: California’s vote-counting will likely drag on: counties must finish most ballots by June 15, with official results due July 2 and statewide certification set for July 10. Governor Race Early Returns: In the crowded “jungle primary,” Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton led early with about 26% each, while Tom Steyer trailed, setting up a November showdown. Congress Map Test: Democrats’ redrawn U.S. House map gets its first real test in Tuesday’s primaries, with the top-two system raising the stakes for whether GOP redistricting gains can be countered. Secretary of State: Incumbent Shirley Weber advanced toward a November matchup after early results in the secretary of state race. Public Safety Incident: A hostage situation at a California bank tied to a bomb threat prompted evacuations and an ongoing police response in Bakersfield.
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