Overview

• Governor Gavin Newsom announced a lawsuit against the Trump administration following the abrupt scaling down of AmeriCorps under Executive Order 14222.
• Over 2,000 AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps volunteers were discharged early, and most staff placed on administrative leave due to new federal directives.
• Newsom criticized the move as harmful to communities, highlighting the critical role AmeriCorps played in disaster response, including recent Los Angeles wildfires.
• California plans to expand its state-run California Service Corps to absorb displaced volunteers and sustain essential community and disaster relief efforts.
• The White House defended the cuts, citing concerns over taxpayer funding, while critics argue the decision undermines vital community support programs.