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- California Governor Gavin Newsom said at SXSW that Florida and Texas are "the real high-tax states," arguing lower- and middle-income residents face heavier taxes than in California.
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis called the claim a "blatant, verifiable falsehood."
- Critics say California imposes the highest top marginal income tax rate at 13.3%, burdening high earners and businesses.
- Texas and Florida have no state income tax, attracting many residents and businesses.
