California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget cuts

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed cuts to the state’s Department of Justice and Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation due to a massive deficit, despite a previous $100 billion surplus. The proposed budget includes cuts to trial court operations, the Department of Justice’s Division of Law Enforcement, and the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

Key Points

  • Massive deficit of $27.6 billion
  • Proposed budget includes cuts to trial court operations, the Department of Justice, and the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
  • State had previously enjoyed a $100 billion surplus

Pros

  • Addressing the state’s significant deficit
  • Aligning budget with climate goals relating to equity

Cons

  • Cuts to public safety budgets including prisons and law enforcement