Politics and government news for greater San Diego

Rep. Scott Peters, flanked by colleague Rep. Sara Jacobs (to his left) and executives and advocates for San Diego's business community. They came together to raise concerns about tariffs.

Reps expect tariffs to cost San Diego households $2,400 this year

by Jennifer Vigil • Times of San Diego Aug. 13, 2025, 7:14 p.m.Aug. 13, 2025, 7:29 p.m.

Sen. Schiff during his tour of the San Diego Food Bank

Sen. Schiff tours San Diego Food Bank, predicts ‘more hunger’ due to Trump cuts

by Chris Stone • Times of San Diego Aug. 13, 2025, 6:14 p.m.Aug. 13, 2025, 10:14 p.m.

Protest at former U-T office seeks condemnation of journalist killings in Gaza

by Roberto Camacho • Special to Times of San Diego Aug. 13, 2025, 2:06 p.m.Aug. 14, 2025, 4:02 p.m.

San Diego launches housing unit to address substandard conditions, code violations

by Jennifer Vigil • Times of San Diego Aug. 13, 2025, 1:57 p.m.Aug. 13, 2025, 1:57 p.m.

Gov. Gavin Newsom

Auditor: State could save millions letting employees work remotely

by Maya C. Miller • CalMatters Aug. 13, 2025, 1:07 p.m.Aug. 13, 2025, 1:07 p.m.

Two men conversing outdoors, one in a blue shirt and the other in a suit and black cap.

Trump’s efforts to end homeless encampments are putting Gavin Newsom in a political bind

by Samuel Larreal • NOTUS Aug. 13, 2025, 8:10 a.m.Sept. 9, 2025, 1:36 p.m.

Darrell Issa, often criticized for living outside the 50th district, said he represented portions of the district for 12 years before remap after 2010 census.

Rep. Issa, ranked No. 3 richest member of Congress, discloses 2024 financial report

by Ken Stone • Times of San Diego Aug. 12, 2025, 5:42 p.m.Sept. 3, 2025, 10:38 p.m.

A homeless tent near the freeway. (Photo by Chris Stone/Times of San Diego)

Chula Vista mayor announces discussion with Caltrans to remove encampments

by City News Service Aug. 12, 2025, 2:04 p.m.Aug. 13, 2025, 9:09 a.m.

City’s surplus land plan in Mission Bay receives resistance

by Dave Schwab • Times of San Diego Aug. 12, 2025, 1:37 p.m.Aug. 12, 2025, 1:37 p.m.

Immigration

People in ICE custody, including in Otay Mesa, complain of long waits for deportation

by Kate Morrissey • Capital & Main Aug. 12, 2025, 1:00 p.m.Aug. 12, 2025, 1:00 p.m.

Soldiers in camouflage with shields labeled "CALIFORNIA NATIONAL."

Trial reveals details of soldiers’ coordination with federal agents in LA

by Jose Pagliery • NOTUS Aug. 12, 2025, 11:45 a.m.Sept. 9, 2025, 1:36 p.m.

A person in a suit gestures while speaking at a news conference with microphones in front of him.

Texas GOP again fails to pass Trump-backed redistricting as Newsom calls for halt

by Associated Press Aug. 11, 2025, 3:07 p.m.Aug. 11, 2025, 3:07 p.m.

State Sen. Toni Atkins of San Diego spoke to Democrats congregated at The Westin.

Potential conflicts of interest arise with gubernatorial candidate Toni Atkins

by Alexei Koseff • CalMatters Aug. 11, 2025, 1:04 p.m.Aug. 11, 2025, 1:04 p.m.

Toni Atkins

Gubernatorial candidate and San Diegan Toni Atkins kicks off statewide tour

by Brooke Binkowski • Times of San Diego Aug. 10, 2025, 1:05 p.m.Aug. 10, 2025, 1:06 p.m.