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Governor Newsom strengthens bans on insider betting by state officials, takes aim at corruption fueled by Trump
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom today issued an executive order strengthening prohibitions against using non-public information to profit personally, explicitly cracking down on the potential use of prediction markets by state employees in the Newsom...
Governor Newsom issues final warning to 15 communities violating state housing laws
News What you need to know: California issued a final warning to 15 cities and counties that remain non-compliant with state law that requires them to plan for housing needs for residents of all income levels. The next step will be a lawsuit. SACRAMENTO – Governor...
Governor Newsom calls FCC Chair Brendan Carr a “disgrace,” says California will lead more antitrust enforcement to protect consumers from Trump’s rising costs
News What you need to know: As the Trump Administration retreats from enforcing antitrust laws and approves harmful corporate mergers, Governor Newsom today slammed FCC Chairman Brendan Carr as a “disgrace” for advancing the Nexstar/Tegna merger — a deal that would...
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Governor Newsom announces appointments
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Deborah “Debbie” Cochrane, of Alameda, has been appointed Executive Director of the California Education Interagency Council. Cochrane has been the Chief of the Bureau for Private...
California celebrates Apple’s 50th Anniversary
News SACRAMENTO – Founded on April 1, 1976, Apple has spent 50 years, right here in California, pioneering and designing the future. Apple’s story is one of innovation, creativity, and determination—it is a Californian story at heart. For 50 years, Apple has embodied...
Governor Newsom proclaims Farmworkers Day
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring March 31, 2026 as "Farmworkers Day."The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATIONFarmworkers are the backbone of California. This state is home to over one-third...
Governor Newsom’s border strategy intercepts 54 million lethal fentanyl pills since 2021
News What you need to know: In 2021, Governor Newsom launched a major expansion of California’s border drug-interdiction operations, redirecting the California National Guard toward stopping fentanyl traffickers. Since then, those efforts have helped seize more than...
As Trump rolls back protections, Governor Newsom signs first-of-its-kind executive order to strengthen AI protections and responsible use
News What you need to know: While the federal government dismantles contracting standards and removes basic protections for Americans, Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an executive order to explore stronger AI standards for state procurement — ensuring that...
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