Alex Padilla
The latest on Alex Padilla. The first Latino senator to represent California in the U.S. Senate, Padilla (a Democrat) was appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to fill the vacancy left by the election of Vice President Kamala Harris. He previously represented the state as secretary of state.
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Several Democrats told Newsweek they believed the Biden administration was moving "backward" on its border policy.
California Primary Election: When Do Voting Polls Close?
Tuesday is the last day for voters in California to cast their ballots, and polling stations close at 8 p.m local time.
Padilla Says Economy Boost In Other Countries Will Reduce Border Influx
The United States helping to create economic opportunities in other countries could reduce the number of people who see America as their "only hope," according to Senator Alex Padilla.
Fact Check: Does Stimulus Include Free Alcohol, Marijuana for SF Homeless?
President Joe Biden signed into law a historic $1.9 trillion stimulus bill on March 11 that is aimed at helping Americans through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dems Control Congress for First Time Since 2011 as Schumer Ousts McConnell
Vice President Kamala Harris swore in three new Democratic Senators on Wednesday, giving her party slight control over the congressional upper chamber.
Incoming Senator Alex Padilla Looks to Lead on Immigration
The first Latino U.S. senator in the history of California is making his interest in the high-stakes issue of immigration clear to colleagues and constituents, and eyeing COVID relief for a state that has been battered by the pandemic, he told Newsweek.
San Francisco Mayor Calls Kamala Harris' Senate Replacement 'Unfortunate'
Mayor London Breed called the appointment of Alex Padilla to fill Harris' Senate seat a "real blow" to the African American community.
Next California Senator Faces GOP-Sought Probe Over State Contract
Alex Padilla, a Democrat, is under fire from Republican congressmen over a contract his office awarded to a public affairs and political consulting firm.
Video: Cali. Governor Asks Stunned Alex Padilla to be Next U.S. Senator
"I'm honored, man. And I'm humbled. Because of them. I can't tell you how many pancakes my dad flipped or eggs he scrambled trying to provide for us. And the many, many years of my mom cleaning houses, doing the same thing," Padilla told Newsom, his voice trembling.
Latino Groups Urge Gov. Newsom to Appoint Latino to Replace Senator Harris
Latino organizations involved in a public effort to influence Gavin Newsom's decision told Newsweek it is time for a Latino to represent California.
GOP Lawyer Sues California and State DMV over 'Motor Voter' Program
California's Secretary of State Alex Padilla rebuked claims made in a lawsuit claiming the state failed to verify the citizenship of potential voters for DMV registrants as part of its "motor voter" program, which is "riddled with technical problems."
