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The Daily Brief: Harris Boosts Bass Reelection Bid, Push Grows to Tape Bondi Epstein Testimony, and more.

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Good Afternoon! It’s Monday, May 4.

Los Angeles saw partly cloudy skies on Monday, with highs reaching 64°. Scattered showers are expected on Tuesday, when temperatures will top out at 66°.

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Kamala Harris Endorses Karen Bass as LA Mayoral Race Heats Up

Kamala Harris has endorsed Karen Bass for reelection, giving the incumbent her most high-profile backing yet as ballots begin arriving ahead of the June 2 election. Bass, who is campaigning on public safety and affordability, joins a crowded field that includes Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman, each drawing support from different corners. With momentum building and the possibility of a runoff in November, the race is entering a critical stretch.

Robert Garcia Pushes to Make Pam Bondi Epstein Testimony Public

California Congressman Robert Garcia is calling on the House Oversight Committee to record and release former Attorney General Pam Bondi’s upcoming testimony tied to the Epstein files, warning that recent shifts away from formal hearings risk limiting transparency and accountability. Bondi, who is scheduled to testify on May 29 after previously defying a subpoena, remains one of the few high-profile figures still set to appear as broader hearings have been scaled back or canceled, raising new questions about how much of the investigation will be made public.

Prada 2 Powers Box Office Comeback as Michael Keeps Momentum

The summer box office is off to a strong start as The Devil Wears Prada 2 exceeds expectations with a $77 million domestic debut and more than $230 million globally, driven by nostalgia and star power. At the same time, Michael continues its steady run, surpassing $400 million worldwide and proving the staying power of culturally iconic storytelling. Together, the films signal a shift in Hollywood strategy toward recognizable IP and targeted audiences who are showing up in force.

Rudy Giuliani Hospitalized in Critical but Stable Condition

Rudy Giuliani is hospitalized in Florida and remains in critical but stable condition, according to his spokesperson, with few details released about the cause or expected recovery timeline. The former New York City mayor, who rose to national prominence after 9/11, received public well-wishes from Donald Trump, who called the situation “so sad.”

Supreme Court Restores Abortion Pill Access by Mail

The Supreme Court temporarily restored nationwide access to abortion medication by mail on Monday, blocking a lower court ruling tied to Louisiana’s restrictions. Justice Samuel Alito’s order reinstates FDA guidelines that allow mifepristone to be prescribed without an in-person visit, at least for now. The move comes as the justices consider next steps in a legal fight over state authority and federal regulation, with a final decision expected after additional filings later this week.

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