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California girds for a Trump comeback with climate defense plan
Gov. Gavin Newsom is bolstering California's climate policies in anticipation of potential challenges from Donald Trump.
In short:
- California is prepping to protect its pioneering climate policies, expecting Trump to target electric vehicle programs if re-elected.
- The state has already solidified an agreement with Stellantis to follow its emissions rules, showcasing a strategy to counter possible federal rollbacks.
- Legal strategies and partnerships with the automotive industry form part of California's defense against policy reversals.
Key quote:
"We’re definitely trying to future-proof California in every way, shape or form."
— Gavin Newsom, governor of California
Why this matters:
While a Trump administration might aim to shift the federal stance on climate change, states like California—with their legal authority, economic influence, and political will—could play a pivotal role in sustaining the momentum toward a cleaner, sustainable future.
Peter Dykstra’s 2020 piece: Climate, the campaign and the conventions.
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