California Governor Gavin Newsom Faces Recall Effort Over Wildfire Response

A recall petition citing mismanagement during Los Angeles wildfires and other state issues has surpassed the required threshold to proceed.

Governor Gavin Newsom was served a recall petition after criticism of his leadership during wildfires that devastated Southern California, killing 29 people and destroying thousands of homes.
The petition, initiated by the group Saving California, has garnered 105 signatures, surpassing the 50 required to begin the recall process.
Critics accuse Newsom of prioritizing political agendas, including opposition to former President Trump, over addressing urgent crises like fire prevention and water shortages.
Organizers must collect approximately 1.3 million signatures within 160 days to place the recall question on the November ballot.
This recall effort follows several previous attempts to remove Newsom, with organizers citing increased public anger and dissatisfaction with his handling of state issues.