Overview

• California's Democratic leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom, are preparing to oppose President-elect Donald Trump's policies that could impact state laws on issues like environmental regulations and abortion rights.
• Newsom has called a special legislative session to discuss 'Trump-proofing' the state by bolstering legal defenses and resources to counter anticipated federal actions.
• Trump has criticized California's policies on voter ID laws, environmental regulations, and immigration, suggesting potential federal interventions to override state laws.
• The state is particularly concerned about potential federal rollbacks on its clean energy initiatives and disaster relief funding, which Trump has previously threatened to withhold.
• California's past legal battles with the Trump administration may be more challenging this time due to a more conservative federal judiciary, prompting strategic considerations on legal actions.