California Gov. Newsom calls for special legislative session after Trump win

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) issued a proclamation Thursday to convene a special session of the state Legislature, with the goal of preserving civil rights and enabling potential litigation ahead of the incoming Trump administration.

The special session, scheduled to begin on Dec. 2, will focus on strengthening California legal resources to safeguard fundamental rights, reproductive freedoms, climate action and immigrant families, according to the proclamation.

“The freedoms we hold dear in California are under attack — and we won’t sit idle,” Newsom, widely seen as a prospective Democratic candidate for the White House in 2028, said in a statement.

“California has faced this challenge before, and we know how to respond,” he continued. “We will do everything necessary to ensure Californians have the support and resources they need to thrive.”

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https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4979232-california-special-session-trump/

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Zonuss · 46-50, M

Newsome is a rising star in the [i] Democratic Party. He's about to make a move. Remember you heard it here first. ☺

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Zonuss · 46-50, M

@beckyromero Dont worry. Youll see it with your own eyes. Very soon.

beckyromero · 36-40, F

@Zonuss

He'll be termed out. So he will have two years to run for president.

I don't think he'll play all that well in Iowa or New Hampshire. And Harris will (if she runs).

Dems have a very weak bench.

Zonuss · 46-50, M

@beckyromero No. The Dems are fine. I'm thinking Shapiro governor of Pennsylvania will run. He will be the next nominee.

beckyromero · 36-40, F

@Zonuss

What will Muslims in Michigan think of him?

Think he will do better than Harris?

Zonuss · 46-50, M

@beckyromero Yes. Because he will play the role of the uniter just like Obama.
He has the charisma and charm that will play to the emotions of the vulnerable after the turmoil of Trump.

beckyromero · 36-40, F

@Zonuss

Perhaps.

But there will be millions of dollars of ads about the French Laundry visit.

I think Harris is the best choice. And she'll have a tremendous advantage with volunteers that won't easily abandon her.