The U.S. Department of Government Efficiency is not the first attempt to streamline the federal government, Fareed Zakaria says in his opinion article in the The Washington Post. During Bill Clinton’s presidency, Vice President Al Gore led a similar effort to “reinvent government,” eliminating over 400,000 federal jobs and thousands...
Californians Split on Trump, Newsom, and the State’s Future
A new PPIC Statewide Survey conducted Feb. 4–11, 2025, reveals a divided outlook on national and state issues. 30% of Californians and 33% of likely voters approve of President Donald Trump's job performance, echoing approval levels from his first term. About 39% of adults and 47% of likely voters believe...
Pac-12, Mountain West Enter Mediation Over Exit Fees and Poaching Penalty
The Pac-12 and Mountain West conferences, along with Boise State, Colorado State, and Utah State, have agreed to enter mediation regarding ongoing lawsuits over school exit fees and a poaching penalty, sources informed ESPN. This step, initiated by the Mountain West, could potentially lead to settlements before court proceedings. The...
Mel Gibson Backs Newsom Recall Effort After Losing Home in LA Wildfires
Actor Mel Gibson has joined efforts to recall California Gov. Gavin Newsom following the LA wildfires, which destroyed his Malibu home, Fox LA reported. At a Wednesday press conference, Gibson praised firefighters and criticized officials for their handling of the crisis. “The firefighters, I have to say they were practically...
Newsom Launches Podcast, Invites MAGA Voices to the Table
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is set to launch a new podcast, aiming to engage in conversations with a diverse range of guests, including MAGA favorites, Politico reports. Newsom describes his approach as that of a "practitioner, not pundit," seeking to stress-test positions and explore dialogue beyond traditional party lines. The...
Trump Faces Backlash for Sharing Controversial AI Video of Gaza
President Donald Trump is facing criticism on his Truth Social platform after sharing an AI-generated video depicting a transformed Gaza. The video, which Trump shared without comment, shows Gaza as a luxurious resort with skyscrapers and yachts — a stark contrast to its war-torn state. Video Depicts Luxurious Gaza Transformation...
District 5 Forum: Candidates on Eviction Protection, Rent Control & Guaranteed Income Program
Fresno City Council District 5 candidates shared their thoughts on eviction protection, rent control, and a guaranteed income program at GV Wire's forum. The forum included Jose Leon Barraza, a Fresno Parks Commission member; Elizabeth Jonasson Rosas, a Fresno Unified School Board trustee; and Brandon Vang, a Sanger Unified School...
GOP’s Huge Health Care Cut Could Cost Valadao’s District $5 Billion in Aid
The Republican House budget plan that passed Tuesday could lead to significant cuts in Medicaid funding, potentially impacting millions of Americans who rely on the program for essential health care. The resolution instructs the House Energy and Commerce Committee to cut at least $880 billion in costs through 2034, with...
Trump’s Deportation Rates Lower Than Biden’s, but Expected to Rise
President Trump's administration is deporting fewer people than Biden's did in its final year, according to newly released Department of Homeland Security data. As reported by Reuters, in Trump's first month, 37,660 people were deported, significantly lower than the monthly average of 57,000 during Biden's last full year in office....
District 5 Forum: Candidates Discuss How They Would Handle the $20 Million Budget Deficit
Fresno City Council District 5 candidates shared their plans to tackle the city’s projected $20 million budget deficit at GV Wire’s forum Thursday. The forum included Jose Leon Barraza, a Fresno Parks Commission member; Elizabeth Jonasson Rosas, a Fresno Unified School Board trustee; and Brandon Vang, a Sanger Unified School...