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Newsom Faces Backlash Over CARE Court and Gas Prices

3/4/2026

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Story summary
  • California Governor Gavin Newsom is criticized for blaming counties for CARE Court failures.
  • The CARE Court program costs $300 million and helps fewer people than expected.
  • Newsom's remarks attributing rising gas prices to external factors rather than state policies have drawn backlash.
  • Local officials dispute Newsom's claim of a decrease in unsheltered homelessness and cite strategies.
  • Critics say Newsom's focus on a presidential bid distracts from California's issues.