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The Issue Is: Billy Bush, Kamala Harris, Rick Caruso

The Issue Is: Billy Bush, Kamala Harris, Rick Caruso

Yahoo08-02-2025
We join former Vice President Kamala Harris on her first trip to the Pacific Palisades since the Palisades Fire.
The visit comes as speculation intensifies whether she'll run for California Governor.
Businessman Rick Caruso is also considering a run for Governor.
We caught up with him at his home as he launched a non-profit for fire relief.
"Extra" host Billy Bush joins us to talk about his new show "Hot Mics with Billy Bush."
On the streaming show, Billy weighs in on politics, sports, and entertainment with hot takes...and he brings that candor to our set.
He also shares the key lessons he learned from his famous Bush family members.
"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show.
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