The situation in the Middle East continues to have ripple effects in Southern California, causing a divide even among those on the left. Protest at college campuses and across the city have given a rise to antisemitic events.

Earlier this week, one such event took place at Canter's Deli, where slurs were spray painted on the side of the building.

And another salacious scandal rocks Los Angeles City Hall — this time after a councilman's aide makes Holocaust jokes about comedian Amy Schumer on social media.

"Inside the Issues: The Podcast" hosts Alex Cohen and Sara Sadhwani have the inside scoop on the fallout.

Then, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green introduced a motion to censure Rep. Rashida Talib for her response to the hospital bombing in Gaza and later went on Tucker Carlson's show to call out Rep. Young Kim from Orange County.

And the latest Cook report was released, and it's unclear if some Republicans in California will be able to hold on to their seats. A look at how the Golden State could play a big role in the 2024 elections.

And finally, there’s so much going on in Santa Ana, including redistricting, elections and recalls. Get a breakdown.

About The Show

In the official companion podcast to her nightly show, "Inside The Issues,” Spectrum News 1 political anchor Alex Cohen brings listeners inside the world of SoCal politics. From the personalities, to the races and what goes on behind closed doors, Alex and political science professor Sara Sadhwani cover it all. Join every Thursday for a spirited discussion that's as informative as it is fun.

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