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Newsom Unveils $7.5B Tax Credit to Boost Hollywood

5/6/2025

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In a bold move, California Governor Gavin Newsom has unveiled a $7.5 billion federal tax credit for Hollywood, aiming to bolster domestic film production and safeguard jobs. This initiative comes as a direct response to President Trump's proposed 100% tariff on foreign films, highlighting the ongoing battle to protect the U.S. film industry from external threats.

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In a bold move, California Governor Gavin Newsom has unveiled a $7.5 billion federal tax credit for Hollywood, aiming to bolster domestic film production and safeguard jobs. This initiative comes as a direct response to President Trump's proposed 100% tariff on foreign films, highlighting the ongoing battle to protect the U.S. film industry from external threats.