Gavin Newsom
Gavin Newsom is the current governor of California. He was elected the 40th governor of California in 2019 after serving as lieutenant governor from 2011 to 2019. He previously served as the mayor of San Francisco from 2004 to 2011. A Democrat, he has often sparred with President Donald Trump. He initially made national news when he issued marriage licenses to same-sex couples in 2004 as mayor of San Francisco when it was not yet legal in the state.
CA GOP Slams Unemployment Dept for Death Row Inmates Getting Benefits
Investigations have so far uncovered more than $400,000 in benefits paid to death row inmates, and more than $140 million given to other incarcerated people in California.
Huntington Beach COVID 'Curfew Breakers' Rally to Protest Stay Home Orders
The latest restrictions to combat a surge in coronavirus cases require the vast majority of Californians to stay at home from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Businesses in Calif. Display 'Do Not Comply' Signs as Curfew Begins
Police say they will not arrest or fine those breaking the month-long curfew which began Saturday.
Gov. Newsom's Child Quarantined After Returning to Private School
A spokesperson for the California governor said he and his family have all tested negative for COVID.
Some California Sheriffs Won't Enforce Newsom's New COVID Curfew
At least four sheriffs of major counties in California say they will take a hands off approach in enforcing Governor Gavin Newsom's month-long COVID-19 curfew, which is set to begin in most of the state on Saturday
Latino Groups Urge Gov. Newsom to Appoint Latino to Replace Senator Harris
Latino organizations involved in a public effort to influence Gavin Newsom's decision told Newsweek it is time for a Latino to represent California.
California Gov. Newsom Announces Curfew Days After Dining Photo Controversy
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that a new "limited" stay-at-home order intended to slow the spread of COVID-19, with a curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. applying to more than 94 percent of residents, would take effect on Saturday.
Newsom's Disastrous Dinner Photo Is a Major PR Coup for Lobbyist Friend
The California governor has faced scrutiny for his attendance at the birthday of a friend, who is also a registered lobbyist.
Progressives Urge Calif. Governor to Pick Ro Khanna to Replace Sen. Harris
A spokesperson for Khanna said the congressman is "so appreciative of all the support he's received."
Newsom Vows to 'Preach and Practice' on COVID After Birthday Dinner Apology
Newsom has faced a backlash since it was revealed that he and his wife dined with at least a dozen people from multiple households at The French Laundry, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Napa County, on November 6.
California to Impose Harshest COVID Restrictions for 94% of Its Residents
California Governor Gavin Newsom made the announcement Monday of the state's "emergency brake" in response to a COVID-19 surge that has seen daily cases double over the past week.
Former Baseball Star Aubrey Huff Fumes About California Curfew Talk
Gavin Newsom's speculation about a state-wide lockdown left the two-time World Series champion none too pleased.
California Judge Rules Gov. Newsom Overstepped on Mail-in Ballot Mandate
Gavin Newsom's mandate that all Californians receive mail-in ballots for the election was challenged by two lawmakers.
California Gov. Newsom Apologizes for Attending Party as COVID Cases Rise
"We should have modeled better behavior and joined the dinner," California Governor Gavin Newsom said Friday.
What Happens to Kamala Harris' Senate Seat Now?
The responsibility of filling Harris' seat until her term expires in 2022 will fall on one man.
Gavin Newsom, Knocked for CA Thanksgiving Rules, Faces Kids' School Storm
The California governor received backlash on Twitter for announcing his kids are going back to in-person instruction at a private school, while many school districts remain closed.
Calif. Gov. Newsom Says Biden Presidency Aligns with State's Values
Newsom told FOX 11 that another Trump presidency would mean "more of the same."
California Gov. Newsom's Thanksgiving Rules Blasted By Celebrities
Among the new rules are; all gatherings must include no more than three households, masks must stay on after eating and drinking and singing, chanting and shouting are "strongly discouraged"—and many people are not happy.
California Gov. Newsom's Thanksgiving Rules, Severe Restrictions in Place
All gatherings must last for two hours or less, while masks should be put back on after eating and drinking, according to the latest guidelines.
Discarded Mail-in Ballots Found Outside ATM in California
Kandace Rushiddin said she was not able to gather all of the ballots she discovered outside the Bank of America branch.
California Nominates First Openly Gay Man to State Supreme Court
If appointed, Martin Jenkins would be California's first openly gay justice on the California Supreme Court and only the third Black man to be appointed to the state's Supreme Court.
Trump is a Disaster on Climate Change. But We Can't Let Newsom Off the Hook
The California governor has been quick to vow to confront the climate emergency, but has quietly been approving more and more new oil and gas permits.
West Coast Wildfires Smoke Reaches DC as Trump Dismisses Climate Change
President Donald Trump said Monday that wildfires in California may have been caused by fallen trees that can "just explode."
Berry Creek, California, Destroyed by North Complex Fire, 16 People Missing
The wind-driven wildfire has nearly leveled both sides of Highway 162, which runs through Berry Creek, a town of about 1,200 people.
California Gov. Has 'No Patience' for Climate Change Deniers
Gavin Newsom shared an update on the state's wildfires Tuesday, noting that 20 times more acres have burned so far in 2020 than during the same period last year.
California Fire Updates, Creek, Valley Fires, State of Emergency Declared
The latest blazes, including the Creek Fire, Valley Fire and El Dorado Fire, have collectively burned tens of thousands of acres, while thousands of residents have been evacuated.
Pictures and Videos Show California Burning As More Wildfires Break Out
The fires raging across the state this weekend were also accompanied by extreme heat, with records tumbling in several locations.
Calif. Contends With Fires, COVID, Heat Wave and Power Outages All At Once
"We've had a four-fer, with COVID, a heat wave, wildfires and the threat of roving power outages," said Janet Upton, a spokeswoman for Napa County.
California Wildfires 25 Times Bigger Than This Time Last Year
Around 1.2 million of the total acres this year were burned in the past week, California Gov. Gavin Newsom confirmed.
California Wildfires Have Now Grown to about the Size of the Grand Canyon
Governor Gavin Newsom made the comparison on his Twitter account yesterday, trying to put the sheer scope of the damage into perspective while releasing fresh data about containment efforts.
