Newsom Visits Washington to Shield California From Trump Policies

The governor’s issues of concern include zero-emissions and disaster relief.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference in Los Angeles on Sept. 25, 2024. Eric Thayer/AP Photo

In an effort to shield California from anticipated major policy changes from the incoming Trump administration, Gov. Gavin Newsom visited Washington this week to discuss zero-emissions policy and disaster relief with Biden administration officials.

Newsom also met with the California Democratic congressional delegation.