Governor Gavin Newsom speaks with reporters at debate
Governor Newsom signs the fast food bill AB1228
Governor Newsom gives an interview during the CNN debate
President Trump speaks at rally in Milwaukee
President Trump waves on arrival at airport
Governor Newsom walks through crowd at DNC
Harris visits freeway repair site

Governor Gavin Newsom speaks with reporters at debate

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has expressed concern about a Republican reconciliation bill that could raise electricity costs by 30%. The state's focus on renewable energy has reportedly led to an oversupply of solar and wind power. The surplus has strained the grid and resulted in Californians paying 140% more in utility bills than residents in other states.

Governor Newsom signs the fast food bill AB1228

Newsom said, "Electricity costs could go up by 30%." He added, “This is one of the most destructive bills in U.S. history.”

Governor Newsom gives an interview during the CNN debate

California’s dependence on intermittent renewables has led to major spending on battery storage and payments to nearby states for excess power. Energy experts warned this could jeopardize grid stability.

President Trump speaks at rally in Milwaukee

The GOP-led Senate has revised the original phase-out plan by accelerating deadlines for wind and solar projects. President Donald Trump has criticized the bill’s green tax credits and demanded an end to wind energy subsidies.

President Trump waves on arrival at airport

Trump called for a removal of all wind subsidies and “the rest of this JUNK.” He has repeatedly criticized the Biden administration's green energy efforts as ineffective and wasteful.

Governor Newsom walks through crowd at DNC

California’s energy infrastructure has been strained by plant and refinery closures tied to strict regulations. To bolster grid reliability and avoid blackouts, officials extended operations at three natural gas power plants.

Harris visits freeway repair site

Rising gas prices in California, driven by tax changes and low-carbon fuel standards, have led officials to urge energy conservation during peak hours to reduce the risk of outages.

Jennifer White covers U.S. politics & news for content partner Modern Newsstand LLC.