Changes to FEMA could cost the state billions as climate-driven disasters intensify.
Gavin Newsom
Posted inPolitics
California Says: Build More Homes
Today On TAP: A new law may spur housing construction. But the state must also boost median incomes to make housing affordable.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
Washington Tests Its Climate Ambitions
A ballot initiative funded by a millionaire transplant threatens the success of the state’s signature cap-and-invest program.
Posted inMoney, Politics, and Power
Tech Industry Uses Push Poll to Stop California AI Bill
The legislation is likely to pass, but Gov. Gavin Newsom is being lobbied hard by Silicon Valley to oppose it, using what can be seen as deceptive tactics.
Posted inHousing and Transportation
Gavin Newsom’s Fraudulent Homelessness Agenda
The governor of California proposes to solve the problem by harassing people in circles.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
California’s Dream of a Green Hydrogen Future Could Backfire
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s push to ramp up the renewable fuel carries risks: increased emissions and pollution.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
On the Chopping Block: California’s Climate Program for Low-Income Housing
California will pilot a program to reduce climate emissions from buildings without displacing tenants. Facing a deficit, Gov. Newsom proposes slashing its budget by a third.
Posted inHealth and Social Policy
Public Pharma’s Biggest Barrier
California is about to start developing and manufacturing insulin. But is the state too tied up with nonprofit Civica Rx, rather than building its own capacity?
Posted inTransportation
Freeway Disaster Presents Hurdle for Newsom’s National Ambitions
Pennsylvania’s governor delivered after his state’s highway fire five months ago. Newsom’s crisis with the 10 Freeway in Los Angeles is significantly more complicated.