Reform California with Carl DeMaio

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Reform California with Carl DeMaio breaks down the latest news in California and what YOU can do to get involved in the fight to take back our great state.

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CA Dems Repeal Open Government Laws!
CA Dems Repeal Open Government Laws! episode artwork
Today at 12:00 AM

In the past two years, CA Dems have quietly dismantled the state's open government laws. CA used to be a leader in government transparency, but now has the most secretive state government in the nation. Here's how that happened, and what we're doing to fight back - LISTEN!


How the GOP Can Win the CA Attorney General Race in 2026!
How the GOP Can Win the CA Attorney General Race in 2026! episode artwork
Yesterday at 12:00 AM

The race for CA Attorney General is on your ballot this year. CA voters will have a chance to oust corrupt incumbent Rob Bonta by electing our endorsed candidate Michael Gates. Gates joins us today to discuss his plans for CA - LISTEN!


The CA Mileage Tax is on the Ballot!
The CA Mileage Tax is on the Ballot! episode artwork
Last Wednesday at 12:00 AM

There are numerous tax hikes on your ballot in the November 2026 midterm election, including the mileage tax that CA Dems have been trying to impose on all drivers. Here's how the fate of the mileage tax is indirectly on your ballot, and how your vote could help us kill it - WATCH!


STRIKE! CA Labor Unions Threaten Gavin Newsom!
STRIKE! CA Labor Unions Threaten Gavin Newsom! episode artwork
Last Tuesday at 12:00 AM

Gavin Newsom was just hit with some bad news, as his own government union employees are threatening to go on strike. He might be a bad boss, but here's why it's more trouble for you, the taxpayer, than for Gavin Newsom - LISTEN!


Early Ballot Returns Signal GOP Disaster in CA!
Early Ballot Returns Signal GOP Disaster in CA! episode artwork
Last Saturday at 12:00 AM

The first week of voting is over in CA's midterm election, and it's not looking too good for Republicans. Initial ballot counts spell trouble for Steve Hilton, Prop 39 for voter ID, and even the taxpayer protection measures. Here's what the ballot counts show, and how we can turn it around - LISTEN!


BREAKING: Newsom Seeks to Revoke Death Penalty on ALL Criminals!
BREAKING: Newsom Seeks to Revoke Death Penalty on ALL Criminals! episode artwork
10/09/2026

After 8 years of coddling criminals, Newsom is now ignoring the will of the voters. Despite voters voting against abolishing the death penalty, Newsom is about to commute ALL death penalty sentences for criminals in CA. Here's who will benefit, as well as what we can do to stop him - LISTEN!


LA Mayor's Race Turns Vicious! Raman Calls Bass a "Fascist"
LA Mayor's Race Turns Vicious! Raman Calls Bass a "Fascist" episode artwork
10/08/2026

Time to grab the popcorn! Dems are now turning on each other in races with 2 Dems, such as the LA mayor's race. Here's what Dem Nithya Raman said about her Dem opponent Karen Bass, and what Republicans can gain from this race - LISTEN!


Socialism on the CA Ballot in 2026!
Socialism on the CA Ballot in 2026! episode artwork
10/07/2026

CA could be headed towards full-on socialism, because it's on ballots all across CA in this year's midterm election. Here are the three ways socialism is on your ballot, and how you can help defeat it in November - LISTEN!


Why You Should Vote EARLY in CA in 2026!
Why You Should Vote EARLY in CA in 2026! episode artwork
10/06/2026

Ballots have now been mailed to all CA voters, giving you the opportunity to vote early by mail. However, many conservatives like to wait until election day to cast their votes. Here's why you should vote early, and why your vote could be put at risk if you wait until election day - LISTEN!


Did the CA Gov Debate Help or Hurt Becerra?
Did the CA Gov Debate Help or Hurt Becerra? episode artwork
10/03/2026

Last night, CNN held a debate for gubernatorial candidates Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra. Here's how each of them did, and how it affects the election next month - LISTEN!


SHOCK! Why CA Could Be GOP's Only Bright Spot in the 2026 Midterm!
SHOCK! Why CA Could Be GOP's Only Bright Spot in the 2026 Midterm! episode artwork
10/03/2026

As ballots start arriving across CA for the 2026 midterm election, political observers are saying it's going to be a disaster for Republicans. Here's why CA might be a bright spot for Republicans nationwide on election night - LISTEN!


Reform California's "Plain English" Voter Guide - Nov 2026!
Reform California's "Plain English" Voter Guide - Nov 2026! episode artwork
10/01/2026

Ballots are going to be mailed out soon for CA's midterm election. Once again, politicians are trying to manipulate your vote with deceptive titles for ballot measures. Our solution is the Reform California "Plain English" Voter Guide. Here's where you can find it, and why you should share it with everyone you know - LISTEN!


Breaking: CA Dems Threaten Supporters of Prop 39 for Voter ID!
Breaking: CA Dems Threaten Supporters of Prop 39 for Voter ID! episode artwork
09/30/2026

CA Dems have become so corrupt, that they're now engaging in threats and extortion on supporters of Prop 39, the CA Voter ID Initiative. Someone at the federal level needs to do an indictment here, because here's what we were able to confirm - LISTEN!


CA Democrats Make It ILLEGAL to Investigate Voter Fraud!
CA Democrats Make It ILLEGAL to Investigate Voter Fraud! episode artwork
09/29/2026

What are Gavin Newsom and CA Dems hiding? A recent CA Supreme Court ruling bars local law enforcement from investigating election fraud if state politicians tell them to back down, while 13 bills signed by Newsom make investigating election fraud a crime. Here's what the ruling and bills say - LISTEN!


Steve Hilton's Plan for $3-Per-Gallon Gas in CA (ft. Steve Hilton)
Steve Hilton's Plan for $3-Per-Gallon Gas in CA (ft. Steve Hilton) episode artwork
09/26/2026

CA's midterm election is underway and we need to get everyone to the polls. The best way to change the direction in CA is a yes vote on Prop 39 and electing Steve Hilton as governor. Steve joins us today to discuss his plans for CA - LISTEN!


Meet the WORST Mayor in California: Corrupt & Incompetent!
Meet the WORST Mayor in California: Corrupt & Incompetent! episode artwork
09/25/2026

Who is the most corrupt and incompetent big city mayor in CA? Though she ranks pretty high on the list, you'd be surprised to learn that it's not LA Mayor Karen Bass! There's a lot of competition, but here's who takes the top spot - LISTEN!


POLL: Nithya Raman Likely to Win LA Mayor's Race!
POLL: Nithya Raman Likely to Win LA Mayor's Race! episode artwork
09/24/2026

LA residents better get ready to buckle up, as the latest polling shows socialist Nithya Raman as the clear favorite in the mayoral race. Here's what the poll shows, and what you should do if you're a Republican in LA - LISTEN!


Gavin Newsom Admits "Regret" on His Covid-19 Mandates!
Gavin Newsom Admits "Regret" on His Covid-19 Mandates! episode artwork
09/23/2026

In an unexpected turn of events, Gavin Newsom expressed his regret for his extreme COVID-19 mandates that caused permanent damage to CA. Here's what he said, why it's absolutely insufficient, and how we can hold him accountable - LISTEN!


Prop 39 - Vote YES for a Bipartisan Solution for Voter ID!
Prop 39 - Vote YES for a Bipartisan Solution for Voter ID! episode artwork
09/22/2026

This November, CA voters might actually create a bipartisan solution to voter ID if they vote yes on Prop 39. Here's what Prop 39 does, and how it improves public trust and confidence in democracy without making voting harder - LISTEN!


Save Prop 13 Campaign at Risk of Failure!
Save Prop 13 Campaign at Risk of Failure! episode artwork
09/19/2026

This Nov's midterm election in CA could either be a taxpayer revolt or a taxpayer sucker punch depending on the outcomes of multiple ballot measures. Here are the measures we're focusing on, and what the latest polling shows - LISTEN!


FINALLY! Indictments in CA Fraud Cases - Is Newsom Next?
FINALLY! Indictments in CA Fraud Cases - Is Newsom Next? episode artwork
09/18/2026

We are finally getting accountability for the fraud in CA welfare programs, as the US DOJ announced a series of indictments against fraudsters. Here's who was indicted, and why these indictments don't go far enough - WATCH!


UPDATE: Nick Shirley Got Fake Hospices Shut Down!
UPDATE: Nick Shirley Got Fake Hospices Shut Down! episode artwork
09/17/2026

Earlier this year, independent journalist Nick Shirley exposed rampant fraud through hospice care centers in LA County. We now finally have some good news. Here's what Nick Shirley found when he returned to LA, and how it will affect taxpayers - LISTEN!


NOT SO FAST! Gavin Newsom May Not Run for President?!
NOT SO FAST! Gavin Newsom May Not Run for President?! episode artwork
09/16/2026

Despite running a shadow campaign for president for over 2 years, Gavin Newsom claimed on CNN that he might not actually run. Here's why he's suddenly making this claim, and what we're doing to prevent him from being president - LISTEN!


BREAKING: DOJ Criminal Subpoenas Against Gavin Newsom!
BREAKING: DOJ Criminal Subpoenas Against Gavin Newsom! episode artwork
09/15/2026

BREAKING NEWS! As the DOJ continues its investigation into Gavin Newsom, the SF Standard has obtained copies of the subpoenas. Here's what the feds are looking into, and how much hot water Newsom could be in - LISTEN!


Gavin Newsom Cancels Funding for LA Fire Victims!
Gavin Newsom Cancels Funding for LA Fire Victims! episode artwork
09/12/2026

Nearly two years after devastating wildfires tore through LA, many victims are still struggling to rebuild. Gavin Newsom promised billions in relief, but has instead quietly snaked back promised aid for wildfire victims. Here's where the money went - LISTEN!


What Should CA Do About AI and Data Centers?
What Should CA Do About AI and Data Centers? episode artwork
09/12/2026

With the rise of AI, data centers, and addictive social media platforms, there has been growing bipartisan concerns about the side effects of technological advancements. Here's how Democrats and Republicans can come together to create a framework to protect the public - LISTEN!


US DOJ Proves Voter Fraud is Easy in CA!
US DOJ Proves Voter Fraud is Easy in CA! episode artwork
09/10/2026

CA Dems have always said that there's no evidence of voter fraud happening in our state. However, a new bombshell indictment from the US DOJ proves that voter fraud is indeed occurring. Here's what the DOJ found, and how Prop 39 can prevent this from happening in the future - LISTEN!


Could Prop 50 Backfire on CA Dems?
Could Prop 50 Backfire on CA Dems? episode artwork
09/09/2026

A year ago, CA Dems rigged CA's congressional map in their favor with Prop 50. New districts were created to give Dems 5 additional seats, but could Republicans actually retain them? Here's what the latest polling shows, and whether Prop 50 could end up backfiring for CA Dems - LISTEN!













Top 10 Worst New CA Laws Passed in 2026!
Top 10 Worst New CA Laws Passed in 2026! episode artwork
09/05/2026

During this year's legislative session, CA Dems passed numerous bad laws while blocking good ones. Here are the top ten worst laws passed by the state legislature this year, as well as what can be done to get better representation in Sacramento - LISTEN!


How We Killed 50 Bad Dem Laws This Week!
How We Killed 50 Bad Dem Laws This Week! episode artwork
09/04/2026

CA Dems faced a midnight Aug 31st deadline to cram through all of their bad bills. If they didn't do it by midnight, the bills would be dead. Here's what Republicans did to run out the clock and block nearly 50 really bad bills - LISTEN!


Newsom & Harris Get Lifetime Staff - at Taxpayers' Expense!
Newsom & Harris Get Lifetime Staff - at Taxpayers' Expense! episode artwork
09/03/2026

While CA Dems continue to cut services and raise your taxes, they set aside $100 million to fund their own political campaigns. Additionally, Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris are getting $20 million for private staff entourages. Here's what that money is going to - LISTEN!


BREAKING: California Now a "Super Sanctuary State"!
BREAKING: California Now a "Super Sanctuary State"! episode artwork
09/02/2026

In the last 2 years, CA Dems have quietly passed nearly thirty separate bad laws to create a super sanctuary state in CA. Some of these protect illegal immigrants, while others thwart federal immigration enforcement efforts. Here are some of the worst of those laws - LISTEN!


Civil War Breaks Out Among CA Dems!
Civil War Breaks Out Among CA Dems! episode artwork
09/01/2026

On the final day of the state legislative session, something completely unexpected occurred. An all out civil war broke out among CA Dems during floor speeches over a controversial child abuse bill. Here's what caused it, and how Dems are reacting behind the scenes - LISTEN!


BREAKING: CA Dems to Outlaw Police Use of Tasers!
BREAKING: CA Dems to Outlaw Police Use of Tasers! episode artwork
08/29/2026

CA Dems are once again trying to protect criminals! This latest attempt comes in the form of a bill seeking to ban the use of Tasers by police officers. Here's who introduced this bill, what it says, and what we're doing to fight back - WATCH!


VIDEO: Violent Attacks at CA State Capitol!
VIDEO: Violent Attacks at CA State Capitol! episode artwork
08/28/2026

Violence broke out in Sacramento as far left protesters showed up to attack Republicans at a peaceful press conference with Nick Shirley, while another attack took place in a coffee shop in LA. Dems have been completely silent, but here's video proof of their violence and hypocrisy - LISTEN!


EXPOSED: List of Highest Paid CA State Employees - $2M Per Year!
EXPOSED: List of Highest Paid CA State Employees - $2M Per Year! episode artwork
08/27/2026

CA politicians have put a number of tax hikes on your ballot this Nov, but after you see what the average state employee makes, you won't want to give them any more of your money. Here's how much the highest paid employees are making, including one that makes over $2M - LISTEN!


We're Taking the "Stop Nick Shirley Act" to Court!
We're Taking the "Stop Nick Shirley Act" to Court! episode artwork
08/26/2026

Despite all of the outrage, Gavin Newsom has signed into law the unconstitutional "Stop Nick Shirley Act", which prevents citizen journalists from exposing from exposing fraud. Here's our plan to take this issue to the courts, as well as a surprise ruling from SCOTUS on mail-in ballots - LISTEN!


INSANE: CA Bans Potted Plants Within 1 Foot of Your Home!
INSANE: CA Bans Potted Plants Within 1 Foot of Your Home! episode artwork
08/24/2026

Last week, CA Dems banned 70% of tires for your car. This week, they're imposing crazy new landscaping regulations on homeowners, one of which is a ban on potted plants near your home. Here's the full story, and how you can help us fight back - LISTEN!


CA Democrat Politician Caught Taking $6M!
CA Democrat Politician Caught Taking $6M! episode artwork
08/22/2026

CA Dems usually misappropriate funds through waste, fraud, and abuse, but time, it's an assembly member taking $6 million of your taxpayer money! Here's who did it, and how this could affect his campaign for reelection this November - LISTEN!


CA Dems Kill Free Speech with New Law!
CA Dems Kill Free Speech with New Law! episode artwork
08/21/2026

Free speech died in CA this week, as CA Dems passed the Stop Nick Shirley Act to make it a crime for journalists to expose fraud. They also cut the mic on the assembly floor to prevent criticism of the bill. Here's how bad this bill is, and how you can help us restore free speech - LISTEN!