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Matt Haney Faces Criticism Over Tree Investigation Amid Crisis

1/17/2026

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Assemblymember Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) has requested an investigation into the district’s shortage of street trees, citing constituents' concerns about green infrastructure.
Critics say Haney should focus on homelessness and drug overdoses.
In his letter, he notes vandalism has kept many trees from being planted.
Some analysts view the tree focus as performative given Haney's past controversies.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has not commented amid the significant budget deficit.

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Assemblymember Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) has requested an investigation into the district’s shortage of street trees, citing constituents' concerns about green infrastructure.
Critics say Haney should focus on homelessness and drug overdoses.
In his letter, he notes vandalism has kept many trees from being planted.
Some analysts view the tree focus as performative given Haney's past controversies.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has not commented amid the significant budget deficit.