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California Lawmakers Challenge Newsom on $20M PR Campaign

4/17/2026

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California lawmakers questioned Governor Gavin Newsom about a $20 million PR campaign awarded to Edelman.
Dee Dee Myers, director of the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), said the campaign highlights California's success.
Republican Senator Roger Niello criticized the effort for ignoring regulatory issues hindering business.
Some Democrats acknowledged the need for image improvement and addressing business challenges, and Myers agreed to discuss these concerns.

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California lawmakers questioned Governor Gavin Newsom about a $20 million PR campaign awarded to Edelman.
Dee Dee Myers, director of the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), said the campaign highlights California's success.
Republican Senator Roger Niello criticized the effort for ignoring regulatory issues hindering business.
Some Democrats acknowledged the need for image improvement and addressing business challenges, and Myers agreed to discuss these concerns.