Politics & Policy

On May 27, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law a landmark $10 billion climate resilience bill, marking one of the most significant environmental investments in California’s history. The comprehensive legislation aims to strengthen the state’s infrastructure and communities against the escalating impacts of climate change, including wildfires, droughts, and coastal erosion. A Comprehensive Approach

Golden State Review Contributor·May 28, 2025

A newly released report from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has sparked a renewed and intensifying debate in Sacramento regarding the state’s climate change policies. Despite California’s substantial strides in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the report underscores significant challenges that remain in meeting the state’s climate goals. Among the most pressing issues are transportation-related

Golden State Review Contributor·May 27, 2025

In his May 2025 budget revision, California Governor Gavin Newsom proposed eliminating $11.5 million in funding for the Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund (PAEPF), a move that has drawn significant criticism from arts advocates and organizations across the state. The PAEPF, established in 2022 through Senate Bill 1116, was designed to support small nonprofit performing

Golden State Review Contributor·May 26, 2025

On May 24, 2025, President Donald Trump announced the imposition of significant tariffs targeting the European Union and Apple Inc., intensifying trade tensions and prompting concerns over potential economic repercussions. The administration declared a 50% tariff on all European Union imports, effective June 1, citing long-standing trade imbalances and perceived unfair practices by the EU.

Golden State Review Contributor·May 25, 2025

On May 21, 2025, the U.S. Senate passed a landmark bipartisan infrastructure bill valued at $1.5 trillion. This legislation aims to revitalize the nation’s aging infrastructure while prioritizing sustainability and resilience to climate change. The bill includes substantial investments in clean energy projects, electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, power grid modernization, and public transit improvements.

Golden State Review Contributor·May 24, 2025

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a landmark climate bill into law, reaffirming the state’s strong commitment to combating climate change and advancing renewable energy initiatives. The bill, which passed with strong bipartisan support in both chambers of the California State Legislature, establishes ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2035, with

Golden State Review Contributor·May 21, 2025

In a decisive move to bolster the state’s response to climate change, the California State Legislature is advancing a comprehensive slate of climate resilience bills aimed at reducing emissions, mitigating wildfire risk, and promoting water conservation. The legislative package represents one of the most ambitious climate initiatives in state history and underscores California’s role as

Golden State Review Contributor·May 19, 2025

The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent choice to avoid reviewing a crucial case challenging voter ID laws in several southern states has once again ignited a contentious debate about voting rights and the security of elections. By opting not to intervene, the Court allowed these laws to remain in effect, leaving the previous rulings of lower

Golden State Review Contributor·May 19, 2025

Conservative commentator and former Fox News host Steve Hilton has officially announced his candidacy for Governor of California in the 2026 election. Hilton, a British-born U.S. citizen, aims to challenge the state’s Democratic leadership, focusing on issues such as affordability, government efficiency, and accountability. His campaign slogan, “Make California Golden Again,” reflects his vision to

Golden State Review Contributor·May 18, 2025

In a proactive move to combat the increasing risk of wildfires, the city of Berkeley has enacted new safety regulations targeting high-risk areas within the community. On May 18, 2025, the Berkeley City Council unanimously approved the new measures, which require residents in these areas to remove all combustible materials within five feet of their

Golden State Review Contributor·May 17, 2025