Jul 12, 2024

Governor Newsom meets with New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon, reaffirms climate partnership

SAN FRANCISCO – Governor Gavin Newsom welcomed New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to California today.

The Governor and Prime Minister discussed climate and economic opportunities between California and New Zealand, continuing California’s commitment to international collaboration. California and New Zealand issued a joint statement reaffirming their partnership. Text of the joint statement is available here (PDF).

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Governor Newsom announces appointments 6.20.25

Jun 20, 2025

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Soon-Sik Lee, of Bellevue, Washington, has been appointed Chief of Planning and Engineering at the California High Speed Rail Authority. Lee has been a Vice President – Senior Program...

Governor Newsom vows to keep fighting as federal court rejects Trump’s military overreach

Jun 19, 2025

News What you need to know: The Ninth Circuit rejected Trump’s sweeping claim that he can federalize the National Guard for any reason and avoid judicial scrutiny, even as it stayed an emergency district court order. This is a critical check on presidential overreach...

Governor Newsom proclaims Juneteenth Day of Observance

Jun 19, 2025

News Sacramento, California – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring “Juneteenth National Freedom Day: A Day of Observance” in the State of California.The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATIONJuly 4 is not the only...