California Lawmakers Convene Special Session on Policies

California Governor Gavin Newsom is initiating a special legislative session to prepare the state for potential challenges posed by President-elect Donald Trump's upcoming administration. Newsom aims to secure additional funding for the attorney general's office to defend California's progressive policies against anticipated federal rollbacks, particularly in areas like immigration and environmental regulations. Historically, California has filed over 120 lawsuits against the Trump administration during his first term. With Democrats holding supermajorities in the state legislature, they are expected to advance measures protecting abortion rights and privacy, among others. As lawmakers are sworn in, they plan to address various pressing issues, reflecting lessons learned from Trump's previous presidency and the changing judicial landscape. The special session is set to take place just before Trump's inauguration, as both sides brace for renewed political battles.