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A focus of the nine-member “Reparations Task Force,” formed by Newsom in 2020, is to compensate black Californians who were affected by discriminatory housing discrimination practices utilized from 1933-1977.
Critics quickly reminded Newsom of his own actions during the COVID-19 pandemic, when he attended a dinner party at the upscale French Laundry restaurant.
“It’s the same story, different vintage. Newsom sips Cabernet while his state burns.”
The governor is facing backlash after the discovery.
“Discrimination based on caste is already prohibited under these existing categories, this bill is unnecessary.”
Newsom wrote, “I urge US DOJ to investigate whether the alleged fraudulent inducement would support charges of kidnapping under relevant state laws.”
“You are playing with fire, risking the destabilization of our democracy, while knowing that California can neutralize any gains you hope to make.”
Signed into law in June, the budget eliminated $101 million from seven “wildfire and forest resilience” programs.
“I took the president at his word. So by definition, I’m disappointed and can’t support the decision.”
Pundits were quick to point out California’s $45 billion budget deficit under Newsom’s leadership despite a $100 billion surplus only three years ago.