Commentary In a recent White House briefing, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre touted the virtues of Pres. Joe Biden’s economic policies during his tenure. It was as if the heavens opened, and the angels were singing. She utilized the same term “Bidenomics” that Biden has applied to his economic policies, which encapsulate his approach to the…
California Deploys 101 New Highway Patrol Officers, Recruiting Push Underway
July 3, 2023
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced 101 newly sworn-in California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers in a press release June 30. The graduating class of cadets is a manifestation of the state’s “CHP 1,000” campaign—a program launched in 2022 to expand the group of officers representing the nation’s largest state police force. “This diverse group of officers…
Newsom Doubling Number of Officers in San Francisco to Combat Crime, Fentanyl Crisis
June 30, 2023
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With San Francisco plagued by unprecedented levels of crime and drug abuse, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced June 29 that the state will bolster its prior efforts to tackle the fentanyl crisis in the city, with a promise to double the number of California Highway Patrol officers dedicated to crack down on the issue in…
California’s Reparations Task Force Demands Action, Presents 1,100-Page Final Report to Governor, Legislature
June 29, 2023
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After two years of internal discussions, public hearings, and collaboration with stakeholders, California’s reparations task force presented its final report of recommendations to the Legislature June 29. The 1,100-page, 4-inch document discusses policy recommendations for the Legislature to consider, and while no specific dollar amounts are proposed, formulas for calculating harms and repairs are included…
California Budget Deal Numbers Don’t Add Up
June 28, 2023
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Commentary The budget deal hammered out June 27 by the Legislature and Gov. Gavin Newsom achieved its major purpose: Getting him through the current budget cycle until next year’s Democratic presidential primaries. Of course, that may not matter. President Biden might take one of those rejuvenating potions they advertise for seniors on late-night TV, while…
Newsom, California Legislature Agree to $311 Billion Budget Plan
June 27, 2023
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With hours to spare before a July 1 deadline, California Gov. Gavin Newsom and the state Legislature agreed to the state’s 2023–24 fiscal year budget June 27, though Republicans argued against the proposal and the manner in which it was determined. “In the face of continued global economic uncertainty, this budget increases our fiscal discipline…
Biden Announces $600 Million for ‘Most Aggressive Climate Action Ever’ During California Visit
Climate action projects across the nation, including in California, will get $600 million more in federal funding, President Joe Biden announced during a tour of a nature preserve in northern California on June 19. California’s share—$67 million—will help build power lines and other transmission infrastructure, and support the state’s transition to 100 percent clean energy,…
Biden Announces $600 Million for ‘The Most Aggressive Climate Action Ever’ During California Visit
Climate action projects across the nation, including in California, will get $600 million more in federal funding, President Joe Biden announced during a tour of a nature preserve in northern California on June 19. California’s share—$67 million—will help build power lines and transmission infrastructure, and support the state’s transition to 100 percent clean energy, according…
The California Budget and Newsom’s Presidential Ambitions
June 19, 2023
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Commentary As I have been writing in The Epoch Times, everything Gov. Gavin Newsom does now advances his ambition to move into the White House—probably as early as Jan. 20, 2025. So watch how he handles negotiations with the California Legislature over the budget for fiscal year 2023-24, which begins on July 1. Unlike last…
California to Spend $95 Million to Help Illegal Immigrants Affected by Storms
June 19, 2023
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Winter storms that deluged California this year flooded crops and homes along small agricultural and beach communities, leaving thousands of illegal immigrants working as field and service workers without shelter or jobs as summer approaches. Most of them can’t qualify for federal unemployment assistance, even though they pay payroll taxes. And while charitable organizations were…
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