State GovernmentCalifornia Assembly Reopens Investigation Into Groping Claim Against #MeToo Lawmaker Cristina GarciaJune 13, 2018(AP) — The California Legislature is resuming an investigation into groping allegations against Democratic Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia after her accuser appealed a finding that didn't substantiate his claim.
State GovernmentMan Who Claimed Lawmaker Groped Him Appeals Assembly InvestigationMay 30, 2018 | Ben AdlerThe former California legislative staffer who alleged that Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia cornered and groped him is appealing an Assembly investigation that did not substantiate his complaint.
Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia Back At Work After Being Cleared Of Groping ChargeMay 25, 2018Embattled California Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia is back on the Assembly floor for the first time since an investigation found allegations she groped a male staffer unsubstantiated.
State GovernmentAssembly Investigation Clears #MeToo Lawmaker Cristina Garcia Of Groping Male Staffer But Says She Used Vulgar LanguageMay 17, 2018 | Ben AdlerA California Assembly investigation into complaints of sexual harassment by Democrat Cristina Garcia has found the most severe allegations to be unsubstantiated. But it did substantiate lesser complaints against the assemblywoman. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPresident Trump, Gov. Brown Respond To Florida School Shooting; Capitol ChatFebruary 15, 2018 | Chris RemingtonPresident Donald Trump and Gov. Jerry Brown respond to Wednesday's Florida school shooting. Capitol Bureau Chief Ben Adler updates on the latest developments at the California Legislature in this week's Capitol Chat. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmaker Cristina Garcia Takes Leave Of Absence Amid Capitol Sexual Harassment InvestigationFebruary 9, 2018 | Ben AdlerDemocratic Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia has been one of the most outspoken state lawmakers against sexual misconduct in California politics. Now she’s taking a leave of absence while an investigation against her proceeds. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCapitol Chat: Sexual Harassment Allegations Against Asm. Cristina GarciaFebruary 9, 2018 | Chris RemingtonCapitol Bureau Chief Ben Adler reviews new allegations against Asm. Cristina Garcia. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentFree Tampons, Pads To Become Available In California SchoolsDecember 18, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaStarting January, a new law will require schools serving low-income teens and pre-teens to provide feminine hygiene products free of cost. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.