Arnold Schwarzenegger faces political ouster and family scandal

Former California governor and Hollywood star Arnold Schwarzenegger removed fellow actor Clint Eastwood from the state Parks and Recreation Commission in 2008 after Eastwood opposed a proposed highway project. The dismissal, along with the earlier removal of Schwarzenegger's then‑spouse, sparked criticism over the governor's handling of the commission.

In later years, Schwarzenegger's personal life attracted media attention when an affair with household aide Mildred resulted in an out‑of‑wedding son, Joseph Baena. The revelation of the relationship and the child's existence added to public scrutiny of the former governor’s private conduct.