NEW: Gavin Newsom Faces Another Recall Campaign


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After the devastating wildfires that ravaged Southern California, a new recall campaign against Governor Gavin Newsom is gaining traction.

A coalition of activists and concerned citizens, operating under the name SavingCalifornia.vote, has formally announced their intent to recall Newsom, citing his mishandling of the wildfires and governance failures. The group held a press conference on Thursday at Kitson in Los Angeles to outline their grievances and collect the 50 signatures required to kick off the recall process officially.

According to their statement, the recall effort is fueled by Newsom’s “gross mismanagement” during the catastrophic LA County fires, which they claim were exacerbated by inadequate resources and delayed responses. They argue that Newsom’s leadership has led to soaring crime rates, skyrocketing living costs, and a homelessness crisis that continues to spiral out of control.

The notice of intent to recall, which will be formally served to the governor this week, outlines a litany of grievances against Newsom, stating: “Gavin Newsom’s tenure has been marked by a series of catastrophic failures that directly impact our daily lives. His gross mismanagement during the Los Angeles County fires, with inadequate resources and delayed responses, left communities devastated.”

“Under his watch, we’ve seen an unbearable rise in the cost of living – from gasoline to electricity to insurance. Crime rates have soared, with policies seemingly more lenient on offenders than on ensuring our safety.”

The charred remains of homes stand in the aftermath of the Palisades Fire, showing the devastating effects of the wildfire.

“Homelessness has become a visible crisis on our streets, reflecting a failure in meaningful action.” The statement concluded, “The drug epidemic rages on, and border issues remain unaddressed, straining our resources further. Despite our high tax contributions, there’s little to show for it; our funds are misallocated to political agendas rather than our pressing needs. This recall is our call for leadership that prioritizes Californians’ safety, affordability, and well-being over political games. It’s time for change.”

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“This recall isn’t just another political maneuver – we’re seeing lifelong Democrats join our cause because Governor Newsom has failed every Californian, regardless of party,” said Randy Economy, Chairman of SavingCalifornia.vote. “When families can’t afford groceries, when businesses are fleeing the state, and when our streets are unsafe, that’s not a partisan issue. This recall is different because Newsom himself is different – he’s become completely disconnected from the reality of everyday Californians struggling to survive in the state he’s mismanaging.”

In response to the recent push for a recall, Governor Newsom’s office released a statement emphasizing his current priorities: “Governor Newsom is focused on the fires and marshaling resources for the extensive recovery – not politics. Readers still should have the context that the same group of far right Trump acolytes have launched 7 different recall attempts against the governor since he’s taken office, each of which have failed spectacularly.”

“Even Republican Party leaders have criticized these repeated attempts as a brazen campaign finance ‘grift,’ and the recall organizers have been sued by their own donors for pocketing funds raised previously. For example, they didn’t even turn in a single signature in their last attempt.”


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