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Southern California politicians react to Trump inauguration By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com
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ollowing Donald Trump's presidential inauguration Monday, reactions in Southern California were, as expected, reflective of the nation's starkly drawn party lines. Republicans extolled the 47th president's return to the White House as a "Golden Age of America," with Democrats launching harsh criticisms about wildfire relief, immigration policy and LGBTQ+ issues. "On this glorious day we pray that God continues to watch over President @ realDonaldTrump, Vice President@JDVance, and the entire United States of America," the Republican Party of Los Angeles County posted on X. "The Golden Age of America has begun." Orange County Republican Party Chairman Will O'Neill shared similar sentiments on social media. "President Trump declared that 'The Golden Age of America begins now," O'Neill said. "Today starts a new day. After four dark
President Donald Trump delivers his inaugural address Monday in the District of Columbia. | Photo courtesy of the White House
years, it is morning again in America." Los Angeles County Democratic Party Chair Mark Ramos' point of view was markedly different. "Inaugurations are meant to inspire hope and
remind us of the shared values that bind us as a nation," Ramos said, according to published reports. "But we heard something entirely different today (in Trump's inaugural address). "His message was clear,"
IID board approves power rate update, $10M in ratepayer support
Ramos said. "If you don't see the world as he does, you're not just wrong — you're an enemy. And enemies, he promises, will face retribution. This is not leadership. It's fearmongering. ... We as Democrats believe in
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for ratepayer assistance and energy efficiency programs aimed at lowering customer bills, according to an IID statement. "Today's decision is a critical step in securing a stronger and more resilient future for IID and the communities we serve," said IID
Board Chair Gina Dockstader. "This rate update enables us to make much-needed investments in our infrastructure to continue delivering reliable and affordable power while meeting evolving state and federal requirements." See IID board Page 14
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Riverside County Mock Trial Competition starts By City News Service
By City News Service he Imperial Irrigation District's Board of Directors on Tuesday approved a power rate update that IID officials said would improve service standards and create infrastructure benefits. The board also unanimously approved $10 million
a country of opportunity, justice, and respect, and we will continue to fight for that, no matter what." Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said in a statement, “As our nation observes the peaceful
transfer of power, we are reminded of the enduring principles that underpin our democracy: finding common ground and striving toward shared goals. “In the face of one of the worst natural disasters in America’s history, this moment underscores the critical need for partnership, a shared commitment to facts, and mutual respect — values that enable civil discourse, effective governance, and meaningful action," Newsom said of the recent wildfires in LA County. "I look forward to President Trump’s visit to Los Angeles and his mobilization of the full weight of the federal government to help our fellow Americans recover and rebuild. “Where our shared principles are aligned, my administration stands ready to work with the TrumpVance administration to deliver solutions and serve the nearly 40 million Cali-
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tudents from two dozen high schools throughout Riverside County matched wits and attempted their best legal maneuvering Tuesday during the first round of the 43rd annual Riverside County Mock Trial Competition. "Mock trial has a rich
history in Riverside County with practicing attorneys, sitting judges and current legal professionals who credit their experience with mock trial with instilling a passion for the law at an early age," county Superintendent of Schools Edwin Gomez said in a statement. "We look forward
to seeing the future leaders of our justice system in action throughout the multiple rounds of competition in our county courtrooms." The event was at the Larson Justice Center in Indio, the Southwest Justice See Mock Trial Page 14