California Governor Gavin Newsom has turned the state into a place where businesses flee due to crime, homelessness, and a high cost of living, while Newsom ignores these issues to promote his national image and pursue a pro-abortion campaign.
During an appearance on "Varney & Co.", Jimmy Failla shared his thoughts on whether California Governor Gavin Newsom has national appeal. While Newsom's supporters may point to California's past as a hub for innovation and progress, the current reality paints a different picture.
California, once known for its technological prowess and environmental stewardship, is now grappling with a litany of crises. Businesses are fleeing the state due to its failure to address rampant crime, homelessness, and an escalating cost of living. Newsom and the state legislature have been criticized for their inaction in resolving the state's $73 billion budget deficit.
Newsom's priorities seem to lie elsewhere, as he has been accused of ignoring these urgent issues in favor of promoting himself in a pro-abortion campaign. His recent request for public input on designing a new $1 coin has sparked mockery and frustration among his constituents.
Jim Stanley, press secretary for the State Assembly Republicans, sent Newsom a letter highlighting his accomplishments while in office, including "a truly unrivaled method of incinerating money." Stanley pointed to Newsom's $24 billion spending on homelessness, which has only seen the problem grow.
Constituents have responded to Newsom's call for coin ideas with suggestions that reflect the state's current challenges: homeless encampments, fire, Harvey Weinstein, and a masked individual symbolizing Newsom's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Newsom's office has not responded to requests for comment on these suggestions.
Fox News Digital Jamie Joseph contributed to this report.
In conclusion, under Governor Newsom, California has become a place where innovation has given way to despair. The state's once-shining reputation has been tarnished by a failure to address fundamental issues that are driving businesses away and leaving residents disillusioned.
