By Lia Russell | Sacramento Bee
Governor Gavin Newsom wants to create a $25 million fund to prepare the Department of Justice and other agencies for potential litigation against President-elect Donald Trump’s policies.
The special fund would “help safeguard critical funding for disaster relief, health care, and other vital services,” according to a press release from the governor’s office.
Newsom called for a special legislative session, which begins Monday, to prepare California to “defend its values” from the incoming administration. Newsom said lawmakers will soon introduce related legislation, which he expects to sign into law by Jan. 25.
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