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Newsom Battles Trump Tariffs to Protect California Trade

4/5/2025

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Governor Gavin Newsom is fighting for California-made products to be exempt from President Trump's sweeping tariffs, highlighting the state's vital role in global trade. With California's economy heavily dependent on international partnerships, particularly with Mexico, China, and Canada, Newsom is urging his administration to forge new trade relationships to safeguard the state's financial future.

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Governor Gavin Newsom is fighting for California-made products to be exempt from President Trump's sweeping tariffs, highlighting the state's vital role in global trade. With California's economy heavily dependent on international partnerships, particularly with Mexico, China, and Canada, Newsom is urging his administration to forge new trade relationships to safeguard the state's financial future.