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Newsom Urges Cities to Tackle Growing Homelessness Crisis

5/12/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom is calling on cities to take action against homeless encampments on public property, as the state grapples with a growing homelessness crisis. His administration has poured billions into housing and treatment initiatives, and while he lacks enforcement power, this push coincides with the release of over $3 billion in housing funds, marking a pivotal change in the Democratic strategy.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom is calling on cities to take action against homeless encampments on public property, as the state grapples with a growing homelessness crisis. His administration has poured billions into housing and treatment initiatives, and while he lacks enforcement power, this push coincides with the release of over $3 billion in housing funds, marking a pivotal change in the Democratic strategy.