Alex Padilla, United States Senate and Democrat
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Senators from both parties voice alarm following confrontation with Sen. Alex Padilla as California Democrats confront House Speaker Mike Johnson amid growing political tensions.
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Sen. Alex Padilla was forced to the ground and handcuffed by officers during a June 12 news conference held by Kristi Noem in the Los Angeles area.
California U.S. Senator Alex Padilla Leads Entire Senate Democratic Caucus in Demanding President Trump Remove Military Forces From Los Angeles
Two bills passed by the Senate this week would drive major changes to energy markets and regulation in California.
California Democratic leaders in the state Senate decided on a new leader Monday, electing state Sen. Monique Limón, D-Goleta, to take the role of Senate President Pro Tempore in early 2026. She will replace current Pro Tem Mike McGuire, D-Santa Rosa, during his last year in the Senate. Limón will be the first woman of color to ever hold the role.