California Gov. Gavin Newsom has expanded the focus of a special session he called to pass legislation safeguarding the state's progressive policies ahead of Republican President-elect Donald Trump's return to office.

Cal Fire’s total base wildfire protection budget has nearly tripled over the past 10 years, from $1.1 billion in 2014‑15 to $3 billion in 2023‑24.

Governor Newsom issued an order protecting LA tenants from eviction for hosting fire survivors until March 8, 2025. He is also aiding fire recovery with tax relief and measures against price gouging.

The campaign organizer said waiting longer to recall Newsom would have "massive detrimental effects on the state."

It comes as the death toll for the Los Angeles wildfires has risen to at least 25 people, while 23 people are still missing.

Gov. Gavin Newsom has only expanded the size and scope of California government during his tenure, while Trump plans radical federal cuts.

Newsom blasted Johnson for saying that "conditions" should be placed on aid for California's ongoing fire emergency.

Newsom grinned ear-to-ear and did an effective shoulder shimmy while trying to calm residents’ fears over the LA fires.

It is the strongest response Newsom has made so far in the week since the fires first erupted in the Los Angeles area.

Justine Bateman called for California voters to remove Gov. Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass from office following the city and state's response to the LA fires.

Actor Michael Rapaport attacked California Gov. Gavin Newsom this week for focusing on "Trump-proofing" the state when he should have been "fire-proofing" it.

Mr. Wonderful isn’t holding back his scrutiny of California’s governor and L.A. mayor amid discussion on tying wildfire aid to the debt limit.