Sacramento City Council

A live microphone captured Sacramento's mayor and vice mayor discussing potential bans on disruptive protesters from future city council meetings after a chaotic immigration debate. The exchange occurred following public outbursts during a session about the city's participation in a regional intelligence-sharing center, which drew criticism from attendees concerned about sanctuary city policies.

A live microphone captured Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty and Vice Mayor Karina Talamantes discussing potential restrictions on disruptive protesters during a chaotic city council meeting over immigration policies. The conversation revealed internal debate about barring individuals from future meetings, though the city attorney reportedly advised against it. The meeting descended into disorder after heated arguments about federal funding for a regional intelligence-sharing center, with protesters and attendees clashing over sanctuary city policies.

Mai Vang advances to November’s general election for a California congressional seat, facing Rep. Doris Matsui. The election will feature a Democrat-on-Democrat contest.

Sacramento City Councilwoman Mai Vang, who has angered local residents by refusing to recite the Pledge of Allegiance while turning her back on the US flag, is trailing in early election returns as she attempts to unseat Congresswoman Doris Matsui in a primary race.

California's 7th Congressional District candidate Mai Vang, a Sacramento City Councilmember, faces criticism for refusing to recite the Pledge of Allegiance during council meetings. She cited a need to reflect on systemic injustices and resist complacency, while critics labeled her actions 'disrespectful.' Vang is challenging incumbent Rep. Doris Matsui in a primary election on June 2.