Dems blast Iran war as “kingly oppression” at Senate hearing; Trump suing California over state’s electric vehicles policy – March 12, 2026

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Dems blast Iran war as “kingly oppression” at Senate hearing on military budget;
Senate approves Gen. Rudd to head NSA and Cybersecurity, despite Dem concerns over inexperience and domestic surveillance;
Trump suing California over state’s zero-emission electric vehicles policy for climate goal;
Congressmember Swallwell leading polls among Dem candidates for Governor, Fox commentator Hilton leading Republicans;
Landmark trial on social media and teen mental health ending in Los Angeles;
Oakland celebrates native Alysa Liu, figure skating Olympic medalist and role model

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