Antonio Villaraigosa

@antonio2026.bsky.social

Proven Problem Solver. Served as Civil Rights Leader, CA State Assembly Speaker, L.A. Mayor. www.antonio2026.com

We need a proven problem solver, someone who's done it before. We need somebody who will take on Trump and fight to restore affordability in this state. But we also need a uniter…We need someone that focuses on getting things done. And as your candidate for governor, I'll be that. #cagov #govdebate

I stand with the nurses and health care professionals at UNAC/UHCP whose contract with Kaiser expired last night and are on the verge of going on strike. I ask Kaiser to negotiate in good faith, as their health care workers are fighting for a new contract that protects patients.

A 100% tariff on foreign-made films will crush Hollywood by raising ticket and movie prices, slashing American industry jobs, offering fewer cinematic choices, and launching inevitable trade retaliation. America leads by exporting culture, not by walling it off. www.axios.com/2025/09/29/t...

Trump threatens 100% tariff on foreign-made movies

The levy could cause massive disruption to — and confusion in — the entertainment industry.

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I’m honored to have the support of Barbara Boxer, who was a relentless fighter for California in Washington for 24 years and continues to do so today. She knows I am committed to ensuring that all California remains the golden state where all Californians can prosper.

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The Trump Administration is once again attacking California by targeting UCLA, my alma mater. Attacking institutions of higher education and withholding funding for life-saving medical and scientific research is a tactic of authoritarianism, and one we must fight – in the courts if necessary.

The ICE raids yesterday appear to be in direct violation of a court order. Standing and waiting for work as a day laborer is not 'reasonable suspicion' as required by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to stop someone for an immigration check.

When non-partisan redistricting was on the ballot in California I supported it because I believe we need less partisanship in politics. But today we find ourselves in extraordinary times. Trump and Republicans are using the nuclear option in Texas to undermine American democracy nationwide.

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California’s future starts with our schools. As Mayor, I turned around failing schools and increased graduation rates by 60%. As governor, I’ll invest in education and ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.

Every Californian deserves to feel safe. As Mayor, I cut violent crime by 48%, hired nearly 1,000 new police officers, and invested in crime prevention and gang intervention. As governor, I’ll keep our neighborhoods safe and our communities strong.