California prepares to "Trump-proof" state laws:
California's progressive policies on immigration, reproductive rights and climate could yet again ...
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Key FactsCalifornia Allocates Funds for Legal Defense Against Trump
Dec 3, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- California lawmakers propose allocating $25 million to defend progressive laws against the incoming Trump administration.
- The funds will support the Department of Justice and other agencies in challenging potential legal actions on issues like abortion and climate policy.
- Governor Newsom emphasized California's readiness to combat overreach that threatens rights and freedoms.
- The legislation is expected to be signed before Trump's inauguration on January 20, as voters prepare to elect a new governor in 2026.
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California prepares to "Trump-proof" state laws: California's progressive policies on immigration, reproductive rights and climate could yet again ...
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California Kicks Off Special Session To 'Trump-Proof' State Laws: California Gov. Gavin Newsom is positioning California to again be the center of a resistance ...
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California lawmakers will begin a special session to ‘Trump-proof’ state laws: California Gov. Gavin Newsom has launched his campaign to safeguard liberal values ...
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Newsom wants $25 million to fight the Trump litigation he sees coming: Gov. Gavin Newsom has asked lawmakers to approve $25 million for California's anticipated ...
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California lawmakers launch special session to thwart Trump: The California Legislature commenced a special session called by Gov. Newsom mean to "Trump proof" ...
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Gavin Newsom’s $25 Million Anti-Trump War Chest ‘Will Stop Him From Breaking the Law,’ California AG Says | Video
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California lawmakers hold a special session to combat Trump’s agenda again: California sued the first Trump administration more than 120 times to various levels ...
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California lawmakers to begin special session to ‘Trump-proof’ state laws: The Democratic governor, a fierce critic of President-elect Donald Trump ...
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Newsom vs. Trump: When big states take on the White House: California Gov. Gavin Newsom was on good terms with Donald Trump during his first term as president ...
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- Governor Gavin Newsom announced a lawsuit against President Trump’s tariffs, citing significant harm to California’s economy.
- The suit challenges the legality of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act without congressional approval.
- As the fifth largest global economy, California’s ports, agriculture, and small businesses face severe disruption from these tariffs.
- Newsom also launched efforts to boost tourism and strengthen trade relations with Canada to offset economic losses.
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