All articles tagged with #newsom
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Politico
Congressman Khanna criticized California's management, citing a $72 billion figure he couldn't verify, and called for congressional hearings on high-risk programs, prompting a response from Governor Newsom's spokesperson emphasizing the importance of accuracy and fraud prevention.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
California Governor Newsom warns Americans to 'wake up' ahead of critical elections, criticizing Trump's efforts to deploy National Guard troops for crowd control and immigration enforcement, and expressing distrust in the Department of Justice to handle legal cases.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
Gavin Newsom's campaign for Prop 50 has raised approximately $114 million in 10 weeks, attracting a mix of large donors and a significant grassroots base, with most first-time donors giving small amounts, potentially fueling future Democratic presidential efforts. However, the loyalty of these donors for a 2028 run remains uncertain.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
California Governor Newsom and Ontario Premier Ford made a friendly wager and criticized Trump's tariffs during the World Series, highlighting tensions between the US and Canada over trade issues, with both leaders emphasizing their positive relationship despite political strains.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
A military exercise involving firing live artillery over a California highway during Vice President JD Vance's visit led to the closure of a 17-mile stretch of I-5, causing traffic delays and sparking criticism from Governor Gavin Newsom over safety concerns, while U.S. Marine officials defended the safety and routine nature of the exercises.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
California Governor Gavin Newsom is consolidating his influence in Sacramento ahead of the 2028 elections, successfully uniting Democrats on key issues like redistricting, which enhances his national profile and political clout within the state, despite past setbacks in criminal justice reform efforts.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Politico
California Governor Gavin Newsom was surprised by a call from Vice President Kamala Harris, which led him to quickly endorse her for future political endeavors amid speculation about their potential presidential ambitions in 2028.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
California Governor Newsom is launching a multi-million dollar advertising campaign to support Proposition 50, aiming to influence the upcoming special election by framing the measure as a defense of democracy against Trump and GOP efforts to manipulate electoral maps, while opponents funded by Charles Munger Jr. criticize it as harmful to independent redistricting panels.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
At POLITICO’s California summit, key takeaways include Newsom’s concerns over immigration raids as a threat to democracy, California’s gerrymandering campaign influenced by Trump’s redistricting demands, Padilla’s potential gubernatorial run amid his Senate duties, and the political dynamics involving other Democrats like Becerra. The summit highlighted tensions around immigration, redistricting, and upcoming elections.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
California Republicans have filed a petition to block a November special election on Governor Gavin Newsom's redistricting plan, which aims to redraw congressional districts to favor Democrats. The petition argues that the plan violates the state constitution and procedural rules, and seeks to prevent the measure from going to voters. The plan, if approved, would influence the political landscape for upcoming elections, with Democrats aiming to regain control of the U.S. House.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
The article discusses the divided efforts among Republicans and Democrats in California regarding Newsom's redistricting plan, with Republicans raising funds and launching campaigns to oppose it, while national Republicans support partisan gerrymandering in other states. Tensions are rising as different factions push contrasting messages, and President Trump has threatened legal action against Newsom's plan, indicating potential further political conflict.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by yahoo.com
A fatal crash in Florida involving an illegally-immigrated truck driver has intensified the political rivalry between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and California Governor Gavin Newsom, highlighting issues of immigration policy and enforcement, with Florida officials criticizing California's licensing practices and immigration policies.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
The California Supreme Court declined to block the state's redistricting plan proposed by Democrats, allowing the process to proceed as they aim to redraw congressional districts to favor Democrats and potentially influence upcoming elections, despite Republican opposition and legal challenges.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by France 24
California Governor Gavin Newsom has been mocking Donald Trump with humorous, Trump-style social media posts to energize Democratic opposition and gain attention, which has increased his followers and search interest but also attracted criticism from Republicans and media figures.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Los Angeles Times
California Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing for a special election to approve a new congressional map aimed at reducing GOP seats, sparking strong reactions from Republicans and critics who see it as a partisan gerrymander. The move has ignited controversy, with Democrats supporting it as a response to extreme political tactics, while Republicans decry it as corruption. The situation highlights ongoing tensions over redistricting, political integrity, and the influence of Trump-era strategies in California politics.