Elex Michaelson

The Issue Is: Pence, Picard, Schwarzenegger, Caruso (Full Episode)

Title: The Issue Is: Pence, Picard, Schwarzenegger, Caruso (Full Episode)
Runtime: 22:02
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: This week, one of the most star-studded episodes in “The Issue Is” history, an episode that takes us from the streets of Brentwood to the halls of power in Washington D.C. to the deepest corners of space, the final frontier.

Elex Michaelson is on the red carpet for the premiere of the “Star Trek: Picard” series finale. The show represents a farewell to Sir Patrick Stewart’s character Jean-Luc Picard, some 37 years after he first debuted.

Michaelson speaks with Stewart, as well as Jonathan Frakes, Gates McFadden, LeVar Burton, Jeri Ryan, and more members of the “Picard” cast and crew about the emotional finale, the future of the Star Trek universe, and the legacy of Gene Roddenberry’s creation.

Michaelson is also joined by former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. The two discuss Schwarzenegger’s viral video in which he took matters into his own hands and filled a pair of potholes ...

Title: Star Trek Cast at Picard's Finale
Runtime: 3:44
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: After nearly 36 years years, the "Star Trek: The Next Generation" crew takes one last spin aboard the Enterprise during the finale of "Star Trek: Picard."

In one of the greatest assignments of my life, I speak with the cast of my favorite show as a kid...about Star Trek's legacy, what it teaches us about humanity, and what's next for these iconic characters.

This story originally aired during the FOX 11 News at 10PM in Southern California.

Photographer/Editor: Kyle Porter

Title: Dr. Ian Smith's "Met Flex Diet"
Runtime: 5:30
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: "It's not just what you eat, but when you eat it!"

Dr. Ian Smith's new book "The Met Flex Diet" gives specific advice to improving your metabolism.

He says you can still eat what you want (like pizza, pasta, and wine) if you're smart about how you do it.

This segment originally aired on the FOX 11 News at 6PM.

Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Met-Flex-Diet-Burn-Better/dp/0063289822

CA Dem Bucks Party & Pushes to "Fix" Prop 47

Title: CA Dem Bucks Party & Pushes to "Fix" Prop 47
Runtime: 6:02
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Democratic Assemblyman Al Muratsuchi says California's Prop 47 needs "common sense fixes."

His bill would allow prosecutors to charge repeat retail theft suspects with felonies.

He says Democratic leadership isn't backing his bill so he may have to take it to the voters as a proposition.

He joined us live on FOX 11 Los Angeles News at 6PM.

Katie Porter SWEARS politics is messier than her Mini-Van (“The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson")

Title: Katie Porter SWEARS politics is messier than her Mini-Van (“The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson")
Runtime: 22:02
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: This week on “The Issue Is,” an extensive conversation with California Congresswoman, and 2024 Senate Candidate, Katie Porter.

Porter, now in her third term in the House of Representatives, is looking to move the upper Congressional chamber in 2025, campaigning of the Senate seat long-held by retiring Senator Dianne Feinstein.

This, on a week when calls have grown, namely among Progressive Democrats, for 89-year-old Feinstein to resign. They claim her long absence from Washington, as she recovers from shingles, has held up judicial appointments and other Democratic legislation.

Porter weighs in on those calls to resign as well as the possibility that California Governor Gavin Newsom would have to appoint a replacement if the seat were to be vacated. Newsom, for his part, has already promised to appoint a Black woman should the opportunity present itself.

In a wide-ranging interview with Elex Michaelson, Porter also discusses the ...

Title: How Mifepristone Works
Runtime: 3:54
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Emergency room physician Dr. Michael Daignault joins FOX 11 Los Angeles to describe how the abortion pills work, and the potential legal fight ahead at the U.S. Supreme Court.

Title: The KEY To L.A. Beating Memphis
Runtime: 5:02
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Jovan Buha of The Athletic joins us to discuss Lakers vs Grizzlies.

He takes us behind the scenes of the Lakers locker room, where he's been reporting all year.

This aired live during the FOX 11 News at 6PM.

Title: Feinstein: I'm Not Resigning
Runtime: 2:40
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Despite new calls to resign, California's Sen. Dianne Feinstein says she plans to finish out her term in the U.S. Senate.

Feinstein has missed months of votes in the U.S. Senate due to shingles, making it harder for colleagues to confirm progressive judges.

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Silicon Valley) became the first member of Congress to publicly call for her to immediately step aside.

This story originally aired on the FOX 11 News at 10PM.

Title: Tranq: An "Emerging Threat" to U.S.
Runtime: 3:05
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: The Biden Admin. declared fentanyl combined with xylazine an "emerging threat" to the United States.

Dr. Rahul Gupta of the Office of National Drug Control Policy tells me xylazine is designed for tranquilizing large farm animals.

When ingested by humans, it can cause skin ulcers & kill people.

This interview originally aired on the FOX 11 News at 6PM.

Title: NASA Shows Off INCREDIBLE Technology
Runtime: 3:06
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: @NASA Administrator Bill Nelson visits @NASAJPL to check out the new technology.

He looks at the mission to bring samples of dirt back from Mars to Earth.

The Administrator is joined by a bipartisan delegation of Congress in Pasadena for the trip.

This story originally aired on the FOX 11 News at 10PM.

GOP Joins CA's Senate Race: Eric Early Enters Contest

Title: GOP Joins CA's Senate Race: Eric Early Enters Contest
Runtime: 6:22
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Eric Early enters the race for the United States Senate in California. He becomes the first prominent Republican in the contest.

Democratic members of Congress Adam Schiff, Katie Porter, and Barbara Lee have already joined the competition.

Early describes his plan for victory during this interview on the FOX 11 News at 6PM with Marla Tellez and myself.

Schiff CRACKS UP from Trump Impersonator Matt Friend ("The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson")

Title: Schiff CRACKS UP from Trump Impersonator Matt Friend ("The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson")
Runtime: 1:09
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Rep. Adam Schiff watches a special message from comedian Matt Friend, known for his impersonations of Donald Trump.

This aired as part of "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson," California's statewide political show.

Schiff on RECORD fundraising, Trump's arraignment & Doing Stand Up (Interview with Elex Michaelson)

Title: Schiff on RECORD fundraising, Trump's arraignment & Doing Stand Up (Interview with Elex Michaelson)
Runtime: 13:24
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: We speak one on one with Rep. Adam Schiff on a week that he announced record fundraising numbers in the battle for the U.S. Senate seat in California.

During this interview with Elex Michaelson, Schiff discusses the contrasts with Rep. Katie Porter & Rep. Barbara Lee, Trump's arraignment, his family, and his experiences doing stand-up comedy.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com

Speaker McCarthy Confronts China, Talks Trump & GOP in California with Elex Michaelson

Title: Speaker McCarthy Confronts China, Talks Trump & GOP in California with Elex Michaelson
Runtime: 8:07
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: We go one on one with Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy at the Regan Library in Simi Valley.

The Speaker hosted the President of Taiwan, in defiance of China's wishes, as part of a bipartisan delegation.

In this interview with Elex Michaelson, the Speaker discusses the trip, President Trump's arraignment, the California Senate race, and his Speakership so far.

The interview aired as part of "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson," California's statewide politics show.

Watch full episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com

The Issue Is: Speaker McCarthy & Rep. Schiff

Title: The Issue Is: Speaker McCarthy & Rep. Schiff
Runtime: 22:01
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: This week, political history made from coast-to-coast.

On Tuesday, former President Trump was in Manhattan to be arrested and arraigned - the first U.S. President to face criminal charges. Trump pleaded ‘not guilty’ to 34 felony charges tied to the falsification of business documents.

Then, on Wednesday in Simi Valley, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) led a bipartisan Congressional delegation to welcome Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-Wen. The meeting coming amid rising tensions with China, who said the summit could provoke further confrontation with the United States.

To break down those issues, and so much more, Elex Michaelson is joined on “The Issue Is” by Speaker McCarthy - the two talking at the Reagan Presidential Library shortly after the Taiwanese President’s visit.

Also joining Michaelson this week is California Congressman Adam Schiff (D).

This, on a week where Schiff’s Senate campaign announced a...

Title: Victor Glover TO THE MOON!
Runtime: 2:34
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Victor Glover is headed to the moon as part of the Artemis II mission.

The Southern California native already made history as the first black man to have an extended stay on the International Space Station & will be the first black man to orbit the moon.

We spoke with Victor Sr. and Victor Jr....and found both inspiring!

This is a clip from the FOX 11 News at 10PM.

McCarthy DEFIES China & Hosts Taiwan's President

Title: McCarthy DEFIES China & Hosts Taiwan's President
Runtime: 2:54
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: House Speaker Kevin McCarthy leads a bipartisan delegation welcoming the President of Taiwan to the Reagan Library.

The meeting draws protestors and supporters to Simi Valley and top leaders from both parties.

"We're stronger together!"

This story originally aired on FOX 11 Los Angeles.

Reporter: Elex Michaelson
Photographer/Editor: James Wulff

The Issue Is: Rep. Ro Khanna & Mike Murphy on Trump, CA Senate Race & More (with Elex Michaelson)

Title: The Issue Is: Rep. Ro Khanna & Mike Murphy on Trump, CA Senate Race & More (with Elex Michaelson)
Runtime: 22:02
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) and GOP Strategist Mike Murphy discuss the historic indictment of Former President Donald Trump, the 2024 Senate race, and more.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch more episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com

Title: Breaking Down the Trump Indictment
Runtime: 6:04
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: On Good Day L.A., I break down the latest in the Trump indictment as he becomes the first President to ever be criminally charged.

What are the charges?

What's next for the case?

What does it do for the 2024 race?

I joined Melvin Robert and Jenn Lahmers on FOX 11 Los Angeles.

Title: Donald Trump is Indicted
Runtime: 3:01
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Donald Trump becomes the first former President in the history of the United States to be indicted.

He'll likely face criminal charges related to his repayment of his then attorney Michael Cohen...after he paid porn star Stormy Daniels right before the 2016 campaign. Cohen paid Daniels so she wouldn't publicly accuse Trump of having an affair with her.

In this FOX 11 Los Angeles report, we hear reaction from leaders on both sides.

The Issue Is: Mayor Karen Bass' First 100 Days (Full Episode with Elex Michaelson)

Title: The Issue Is: Mayor Karen Bass' First 100 Days (Full Episode with Elex Michaelson)
Runtime: 22:02
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: On the week where Karen Bass marks her 100th day as Los Angeles Mayor, we sit down with her at L.A. City Hall.

We talk about the LAUSD strike, homelessness, Metro safety, the LAPD, the U.S. Senate race & more.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com

Auschwitz Exhibit Unveiled at Reagan Library

Title: Auschwitz Exhibit Unveiled at Reagan Library
Runtime: 3:17
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: "Auschwitz: Not Long Ago, Not Far Away" is a traveling exhibit featuring 700 artifacts from the Nazi concentration camp.

It debuts on March 24th at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley and will remain on display for 10 months.

With a rise in antisemitism, the display couldn't be more timeless.

This story first aired on the FOX 11 News at 10PM in Los Angeles.

Reporter: Elex Michaelson
Photographer: Armando Hernandez
Editor: Charlie Hickman

TMZ's Harvey Levin on a 5th 9/11 Plane & More (Full Episode of "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson")

Title: TMZ's Harvey Levin on a 5th 9/11 Plane & More (Full Episode of "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson")
Runtime: 22:02
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: We visit TMZ for an extensive conversation with founder Harvey Levin about TMZ's new 9/11 documentary, the history of TMZ, stories behind breaking the deaths of Kobe Bryant & Michael Jackson, the 2024 race & more.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch more at TheIssueIsShow.com

L.A. County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath on Her First 100 Days

Title: L.A. County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath on Her First 100 Days
Runtime: 6:59
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Lindsey Horvath is wrapping up her first 100 days as an L.A. County Supervisor.

We discussed her approach on homelessness, the probation department, the Metro, and St. Patrick's Day.

She joined us on the FOX 11 News at 6PM.

Ben Verlander on The World Baseball Classic

Title: Ben Verlander on The World Baseball Classic
Runtime: 5:21
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: FOX Sports' Ben Verlander is a big fan of the World Baseball Classic.

He tells us how Mike Trout's presence helped lead other big stars to get involved, why everyone is having so much fun, and discusses the controversial injuries.

He joined us on the FOX 11 News at 6PM.

Full Interview: TMZ's Harvey Levin (With Elex Michaelson)

Title: Full Interview: TMZ's Harvey Levin (With Elex Michaelson)
Runtime: 31:28
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: We sit down with TMZ Founder Harvey Levin at TMZ Headquarters in Los Angeles.

We discuss his newest documentary, "9/11: The Fifth Plane." He tells the story of a potential fifth plane filled with possible terrorists...that was moments away from taking off when all flights were grounded.

Levin spoke with the flight attendants, pilots, 9/11 commissioners, and aviation specialists and all of them agree that something was off with that plane.

In this in depth sit down for "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson," we also talk about TMZ's founding, breaking some of the biggest stories in the last several decades, and his potential regrets.

He weighs in on politics today and what's next for media.

This is the full, unedited conversation and includes material that was cut from the TV version of the show due to time constraints.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch mo...

The Issue Is: Storms & Oscars (Full Episode)

Title: The Issue Is: Storms & Oscars (Full Episode)
Runtime: 21:50
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: With yet another atmospheric river hitting California, we're joined by Karla Nemeth, the director of California's Department of Water Resources.

Then, a conversation about the state of Hollywood during this Oscars week with Variety's Elizabeth Wagmeister & Steve Mason of the "Culture Pop" podcast.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch more at TheIssueIsShow.com

John Kirby on Ukraine, China, and Serving the Country (Interview with Elex Michaelson)

Title: John Kirby on Ukraine, China, and Serving the Country (Interview with Elex Michaelson)
Runtime: 12:31
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: John Kirby is the United States National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications.

The Navy veteran has served in the White House, Pentagon, and State Department.

He joins us for an in depth discussion about the war in Ukraine, conflicts with China, and his own decades of service.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch more at TheIssueIsShow.com

Mayor Todd Gloria on Conservatorships, Making History & Madonna (Interview with Elex Michaelson)

Title: Mayor Todd Gloria on Conservatorships, Making History & Madonna (Interview with Elex Michaelson)
Runtime: 3:10
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: We sit down with San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria at the La Jolla Country Club as part of USC Dornsife's Herb Klein Lecture series.

Gloria is San Diego's first openly gay mayor & the current chair of CA's Big City Mayors.

We discussed his push for conservatorship reform, homeless outreach, his history making campaign, and more.

To listen to the full, unedited conversation in podcast form, click here: https://audioboom.com/posts/8257880-mayor-todd-gloria

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. For more episodes, head to TheIssueIsShow.com

The Issue Is: John Kirby, Seema Mehta, Mayor Todd Gloria (Full Episode)

Title: The Issue Is: John Kirby, Seema Mehta, Mayor Todd Gloria (Full Episode)
Runtime: 22:03
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: John Kirby of the National Security Council discusses Ukraine, China, and his decades of serving the country.

Seema Mehta of the L.A. Times analyzes their new poll showing Ron DeSantis as the top presidential choice of California Republicans.

Mayor Todd Gloria of San Diego talks about reforms to conservatorship laws that he's pushing for in Sacramento.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch more at TheIssueIsShow.com

“MIRACLE”: Dog Survives 17 Days ALONE in Record Snow

Title: “MIRACLE”: Dog Survives 17 Days ALONE in Record Snow
Runtime: 2:54
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Marlee survived 17 days in one of the worst snow storms in the history of the San Bernardino mountains.

A whole community came together to find her & bring her back to her owner, Lizbeth Berzinski.

This story first aired on the FOX 11 News at 10PM.

The Issue Is: Rep. Barbara Lee; Andrew Yang & Gov. Christine Todd Whitman (Full Episode)

Title: The Issue Is: Rep. Barbara Lee; Andrew Yang & Gov. Christine Todd Whitman (Full Episode)
Runtime: 22:02
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: This week, Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Oakland) officially joined the race for U.S. Senate from California.

We discuss what sets her apart from fellow candidates Rep. Adam Schiff & Rep. Katie Porter...plus her unique life story.

Then, the push for a new political party in California called Forward. Former Democrat Andrew Yang & former Republican Christine Todd Whitman.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show.

Title: Kevin Costner vs Yellowstone
Runtime: 5:31
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Puck's Matthew Belloni reports that Kevin Costner is warring behind the scenes with Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan.

At stake...is the number one show on television.

He joined us on the FOX 11 Special Report, which airs weeknights at 6PM.

Rick Caruso on Helping L.A. Businesses & His Own Future

Title: Rick Caruso on Helping L.A. Businesses & His Own Future
Runtime: 0:43
Date posted: 3 years ago
Description: Rick Caruso is frustrated by a proposed ordinance that would change L.A.'s Al Fresco dining program.

Then L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti implemented the program during the pandemic to help restaurants survive. It's been wildly popular...with over 2,500 restaurants participating. Essentially, it cut through the cumbersome and expensive permitting process to allow restaurants to expand their outdoor footprint & expand capacity.

Now that the city is coming out of the "emergency" orders, it is looking at bringing back some of the old rules.

Caruso, a businessman and former mayoral candidate, said that would be a major mistake.

He joined Marla Tellez and myself on the FOX 11 News Special Report, which airs weeknights at 6PM on FOX 11 Los Angeles.

We also discussed Mayor Karen Bass' performance & his political future.

The Issue Is: George Clooney (Full Episode)

Title: The Issue Is: George Clooney (Full Episode)
Runtime: 22:02
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: Oscar-winner George Clooney talks about education this week on "The Issue Is:"

We join him at the Roybal Film and TV magnet school, which he co-founded near Downtown Los Angeles.

Clooney talks about how this program could be a "model" for the nation & opens up on what inspires him most.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch full episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com

Sen. Dianne Feinstein NOT Running in 2024

Title: Sen. Dianne Feinstein NOT Running in 2024
Runtime: 3:41
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: Sen. Dianne Feinstein's office announced on Twitter that she will not be running for re-election in 2024.

The 89 year old Senator appeared surprised by the news when reporters asked her about the statement released by her office.

Feinstein is the first woman to represent California in the Senate & the longest serving woman in Senate history.

We speak to her former Senate colleague, Barbara Boxer, on FOX 11 Los Angeles.

Title: George Clooney's "Model" High School
Runtime: 6:29
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: George Clooney is known as many things... actor, director, writer, producer, activist. Now, he’s also known as the co-founder of a public school program that’s been described as a "national model" by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

"We’re just trying to level the playing field," Clooney told FOX 11 in an exclusive interview.

Clooney helped establish the Roybal Film and TV production magnet school at the Edward R. Roybal Learning Center near downtown Los Angeles in 2022.

The goal is to train students early for so-called "below the line" Hollywood production jobs. Essentially, "below the line" is every job that isn’t an actor, writer, or director.

"We have a problem in our industry with diversity. Not as much in front of the camera, honestly, but behind the camera. If you go to the sets, they don’t represent what the rest of the country looks like. We’re trying to fix that!" Clooney said.

"There are so many y...

Title: Wolfgang Puck's Valentines Day Tips
Runtime: 2:18
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: Wolfgang Puck, one of the best known chefs in the world, is preparing for Valentine's Day at Merois in West Hollywood.

He walks us through the menu...including the special desserts...on FOX 11 Los Angeles.

Title: The Issue Is: Bob Costas (Full Episode)
Runtime: 22:02
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: Sports legend Bob Costas joins for the entire 1/2 hour to weigh in on hot topics in sports, news, and culture.

We discuss the Super Bowl, LeBron James' record, baseball's future, Tom Brady's broadcasting, and Costas' career.

"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch more episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com

Full Interview: Bob Costas on LeBron, MJ, Brady, Mahomes, Mantle, and More (with Elex Michaelson)

Title: Full Interview: Bob Costas on LeBron, MJ, Brady, Mahomes, Mantle, and More (with Elex Michaelson)
Runtime: 32:44
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: Legendary sportscaster Bob Costas joins us for a deep dive into the intersection of sports, politics, and culture.

Among the topics we discuss: Super Bowl 57, LeBron James' record, the future of baseball, sports betting, Tom Brady, his own storied career in broadcasting and more.

This is the full, unedited conversation and includes content that had to be cut for time on the TV version of "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson."

"The Issue Is:" is California's statewide political show. Watch complete episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com

7 Triathlons on 7 Continents in 7 Days! Raymond Braun's Remarkable Race

Title: 7 Triathlons on 7 Continents in 7 Days! Raymond Braun's Remarkable Race
Runtime: 4:43
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: Raymond Braun just finished something unprecedented.

7 triathlons in 7 days on 7 continents!

He did it to raise money & awareness about treating OCD...and to honor his late friend Maya.

He joined us live on the FOX 11 News Special Report...for his first interview since completing the journey.

California's Special Guests at the State of the Union

Title: California's Special Guests at the State of the Union
Runtime: 2:48
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: The President and members of Congress invited a wide variety of Southern Californians as special guests for the State of the Union address.

We spoke to some of them for FOX 11 Los Angeles' News at 10PM.

Highlights of Pres. Biden's State of the Union 2023

Title: Highlights of Pres. Biden's State of the Union 2023
Runtime: 3:10
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: The biggest moments & reaction to Pres. Joe Biden's second State of the Union Address.

The Issue Is: AG Rob Bonta; John McEntee & Shane Harris (Full Episode)

Title: The Issue Is: AG Rob Bonta; John McEntee & Shane Harris (Full Episode)
Runtime: 22:02
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: This week, the issue is: gun control.

Following a series of mass shootings in California, Democratic state lawmakers have reintroduced legislation to strengthen the state’s concealed carry laws.

The bill, introduced by State Senator Anthony Portantino (D-La Cañada Flintridge), and backed by Governor Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta, would enhance the state’s concealed carry licensing system, set a minimum age of 21 to obtain a concealed carry license, advance stronger training requirements, and identify sensitive public places where people should expect freedom from gun violence.

Bonta joined Elex Michaelson on “The Issue Is” to discuss the legislation and its Constitutionality in the wake of last year’s Bruen ruling by the Supreme Court. He also responds to critics who say Senate Bill 2 will only harm law-abiding citizens.

Following Bonta, Michaelson is joined by Democratic activist Rev. Shane Harris and former Trump...

Title: Why Scaramucci Joined "Special Forces"
Runtime: 6:20
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: Anthony Scaramucci, perhaps best known for his short stint in Trump's White House, is currently co-starring in the FOX reality show, "Special Forces."

The venture capitalist endured extraordinary physical & mental challenges alongside elite athletes.

We discussed it all on the FOX 11 News Special Report. We also talked about the current state of politics.

CA's Push to Regulate Concealed Carry Permits

Title: CA's Push to Regulate Concealed Carry Permits
Runtime: 5:23
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: St. Sen. Anthony Portantino (D-Burbank) is leading efforts to change CA's concealed carry laws.

His new bill would:
-Enhance licensing
-Require holders be 21 & receive training
-Identify "sensitive" public places

He says they're trying to avoid the "Wild West" in California.

A similar bill did not pass last year, but Sen. Portantino says after changes...they have the votes this year...and it will be signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.

He joined us live on the FOX 11 News Special Report, which airs weeknights at 6PM on FOX 11 Los Angeles.

Garcetti's Official Portrait by Shepard Fairey

Title: Garcetti's Official Portrait by Shepard Fairey
Runtime: 1:54
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: Eric Garcetti's official portrait is unveiled.

Every L.A. Mayor has a traditional painting hanging at L.A. City Hall.

Renowned artist Shepard Fairey (known for Obama's HOPE poster) painted Garcetti's. It looks VERY different than all the rest.

We talked to Garcetti about his past, present, and future for this FOX 11 Los Angeles report.

Title: Ted Lieu: Let's Regulate A.I.
Runtime: 4:20
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Torrance) wants to create a government agency to regulate A.I.

"Artificial intelligence is like a steam engine right now, which was super disruptive for society. It's going to become a supersonic jet engine with a personality."

The first part of his New York Times Op-Ed about artificial intelligence was written by...artificial intelligence.

"I was both enthralled & alarmed at how quickly" Chat GPT wrote a paragraph in less than 1 minute.

Lieu joined us on the FOX 11 News Special Report, which airs weeknights at 6PM on FOX 11 Los Angeles.

Caruso's The Grove Highlights Artwork by the Homeless

Title: Caruso's The Grove Highlights Artwork by the Homeless
Runtime: 2:09
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: The Grove Los Angeles is featuring a special show from artists experiencing homelessness.

The non-profit "The People Concern" runs a studio on Skid Row that brings purpose & hope to people who often feel unseen.

Rick Caruso visited during his mayoral campaign & is now highlighting it at his property.

This story originally aired on the FOX 11 News at 10PM.

Reporter: Elex Michaelson
Photographer: Steve Thorpe
Editor: Jake Frahm

The Issue Is: Gov. Gavin Newsom, Rep. Adam Schiff, Jennifer Siebel Newsom (Full Episode)

Title: The Issue Is: Gov. Gavin Newsom, Rep. Adam Schiff, Jennifer Siebel Newsom (Full Episode)
Runtime: 22:02
Date posted: 4 years ago
Description: On a week with multiple mass shootings in California, we speak to California Governor Gavin Newsom in the streets of Monterey Park.

Then, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) announces his U.S. Senate campaign on our show.

And we check out an extraordinary youth mental health program at Santa Monica High School with California's First Partner, Jennifer Siebel Newsom.

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