Parole

A California parole board has granted parole to David Funston, a 64-year-old convicted serial child molester, sparking criticism from law enforcement officials. Governor Gavin Newsom's office described the board as independent and stated that the governor disagrees with the decision but lacks authority to overturn it. Former District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert, who prosecuted Funston, accused Newsom of responsibility for the policy and appointments.