California state law

Hundreds of donors to Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign are demanding refunds after sexual assault allegations emerged, with over $1.5 million in requested returns. Swalwell, who faces multiple accusations, has shifted campaign funds to legal defense costs and faces potential liability to reimburse donors if found liable. Campaign finance records show his campaign had $4 million in cash before allegations surfaced in April.

Leaked LAPD records show officers involved in a June 2021 South Los Angeles fireworks explosion that destroyed a city block received only brief suspensions. The LAPD cited state law as a reason for withholding details, but investigative files were recently exposed online after a hack of the city attorney's office.