Donald Trump doubles down on remarks that Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles and San DiegoThe former president repeated his suggestion that Iran could strike the two California cities, prompting outrage from Governor Gavin Newsom, both mayors and a bloc of 43 California Democrats, while the White House brushed the criticism aside.8 October 2026
California bans child marriage, becoming 18th state to outlaw the practiceThe new law bars anyone under 18 from obtaining a marriage licence or domestic partnership, with no parental or judicial exceptions.2 October 2026
Donald Trump signs voluntary AI safety pact as California’s Gavin Newsom rebelsThe voluntary White House agreement leaves tech companies to police themselves, prompting California to draft its own rules.2 October 2026
Gavin Newsom revives AI kill switch proposal in new safety pushA series of high-profile security scares has prompted the California governor to order a swift rewrite of the state's artificial intelligence laws.19 September 2026
