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Politics · United StatesNewsom directs threat monitoring after Trump Iran comments
California Governor Gavin Newsom has directed the State Threat Assessment Center to monitor potential threats following comments made by former President Donald Trump. Trump suggested Iran could target Los Angeles and San Diego.
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Health · United StatesDoctors and insurers sue California over new healthcare tax
Doctors and health insurers have filed a lawsuit against California Governor Gavin Newsom and the state legislature, alleging a newly approved healthcare tax violates state law and could increase insurance premiums for residents.
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Politics · United StatesCalifornia voters to decide on $7.5bn science research bond
California voters will decide in March 2028 whether to fund a $7.5 billion bond measure to create the California Foundation for Science and Health Research. The agency would provide grants and loans for projects in public health, climate science, and agriculture.
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Politics · United StatesCalifornia bans child marriage, setting minimum age at 18
California has officially banned child marriage, with Governor Gavin Newsom signing legislation that sets the minimum age for marriage at 18. The law will take effect on January 1, 2027, making California the 18th US state to enact such a ban. Child marriage remains legal in 32 states.
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Politics · United StatesCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom vetoes bill targeting smart‑glass recordings
Governor Gavin Newsom rejected Senate Bill 1130, which sought to penalise secret recordings with smart glasses in private settings and to mandate a recording indicator on such devices. Over seven million of the devices were sold in the U.S. last year, and industry groups voiced opposition.
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Politics · United StatesCalifornia Governor Newsom Signs Laws Protecting Workers From AI
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed new laws aimed at protecting workers from artificial intelligence risks. The legislation bans the use of AI to predict a worker's emotional state using biometric data and requires employers to notify staff about AI-driven mass layoffs.
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Politics · United StatesCalifornia bans police use of shock gloves
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a law prohibiting law enforcement officers from using shock gloves. The ban is set to take effect next year and will remain in place until 2030, following a period where ICE awarded a contract for such devices.
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Politics · United StatesNewsom signs law forcing Sacramento region to coordinate homelessness response
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a law requiring Sacramento city and county, along with smaller cities, to form a joint powers authority for homelessness response. The move aims to address uncoordinated services, but faces opposition from county officials who threaten legal action.
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PoliticsNewsom meets leaders on climate, criticises Trump's policies
California Governor Gavin Newsom met with international leaders and business figures in New York to promote climate action and clean energy. He criticised President Donald Trump's approach to environmental policy, stating that state and local governments are now leading the charge.
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Politics · United StatesNewsom signs 13 bills to protect California elections
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed 13 election-protection bills on Saturday. The legislation aims to prevent interference in the state's midterm elections by creating new felony offenses for actions such as seizing ballots or directing interference with mail-in vote delivery.
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Politics · United StatesNewsom signs order for AI safety recommendations
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order mandating state agencies to develop recommendations for strengthening AI safety laws. The order calls for a team of experts to propose new regulations within two months, potentially including a 'kill switch' for AI programs.
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Politics · United StatesNewsom blames Trump for housing costs; chart shows rise under Biden
California Governor Gavin Newsom shared a chart on X blaming former President Donald Trump for high housing costs. However, critics pointed out that the most significant increase on the chart occurred during the Biden administration.
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Politics · United StatesNewsom says transgender girls in sports is 'deeply unfair'
California Governor Gavin Newsom stated that it is 'deeply unfair' for individuals assigned male at birth to compete against girls in sports. He acknowledged struggling to find a fair solution, aligning with a broader trend of Democrats recalibrating their approach to transgender issues amid Republican political attacks.
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Politics · United StatesCalifornia Governor Signs Laws to Protect Children from Social Media and AI
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed 13 new laws designed to shield minors from the potential harms of social media and AI chatbots. The legislation includes penalties for companies found negligent and restrictions on addictive online content.
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Politics · United StatesNewsom says Democratic Party aligned with socialists
California Governor Gavin Newsom stated that the Democratic Party is "pretty aligned" with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), particularly on issues like universal healthcare and climate change. He described these ideas as "mainstream" within the broader Democratic platform.
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Newsom signs privacy law; faces lawsuit threat over fraud probe rules
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law creating privacy protections for immigration support services providers. Republican Assemblyman Carl DeMaio plans to sue, claiming the law criminalizes citizen journalism and shields fraud. Newsom's office denies this, calling the claims conspiracy theories.
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Politics · United StatesLawmakers and activists protest bill impacting journalists
Republican lawmakers, journalist Nick Shirley, and activists protested a bill signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. Critics argue the law will hinder journalists reporting on immigration. No left-rated outlets covered the protest.
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Politics · United StatesNewsom signs bill to shield immigration non-profit workers
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 2624, expanding California's Safe at Home program to include immigration non-profit providers. The bill, nicknamed the 'Stop Nick Shirley Act' by opponents, aims to protect these workers from doxxing and harassment.
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