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4 Recent Head-Scratching Moments From CA Governor Newsom


Published on 2025-05-20 18:40:30 - Patch
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  • "Either bravery or lunacy." Gavin Newsom's shift to the middle.

In a recent article on Patch.com, five peculiar actions by California Governor Gavin Newsom were highlighted. Firstly, Newsom vetoed a bill that would have provided unemployment benefits to striking workers, despite his previous support for labor unions. Secondly, he signed a law banning the use of "excited delirium" as a cause of death, a term often used to justify police brutality. Thirdly, Newsom faced criticism for dining at the upscale French Laundry restaurant during a time when he had imposed strict COVID-19 restrictions on the public. Fourthly, he proposed a constitutional amendment to restrict gun access, which some see as an overreach of state power. Lastly, Newsom's decision to not attend a debate with his recall election opponent, Larry Elder, raised eyebrows and led to accusations of avoiding accountability. These actions have left many Californians scratching their heads and questioning the governor's consistency and judgment.

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[ https://patch.com/california/across-ca/5-recent-head-scratching-moments-ca-governor-newsom ]