Newsom’s Shifting ‘California vs. Trump’ Narrative

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for a second term, Governor Gavin Newsom is striking a different tone when it comes to California’s opposition to the incoming administration, focusing more on pragmatism and moderation. LA Times reporter Taryn Luna talks about Newsom’s balancing act between policy positions, maintaining a working relationship with the White House, and appealing to moderate voters.

Analyzing California’s Proposed EV Credit

Late last month, Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed launching a new electrical vehicle tax credit in California, based on the state’s Clean Vehicle Rebate Program, if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the existing federal credit. This comes as California surpasses the sale of over two million zero-emission vehicles. Professor Gil Tal, Director of the Electric Vehicle Research Center at UC Davis discusses the implications of Newsom’s proposal and the possible removal of the federal credit, as well as actions needed to make driving ZEVs more affordable in California.

Tsunami Risks in California

When a tsunami warning went out last week following a series of sizable earthquakes off California’s north coast, people in the affected areas reacted differently, with some heeding the warning, while others took the opportunity to flock to the coast. What kind of damage could a tsunami could cause to coastal communities in California and how likely are we to actually see one? Dr. José Borrero is a Coastal and Environmental Scientist and Engineer with extensive expertise in tsunamis, coastal hazards, and climate change. Dr. Borrero developed the first tsunami inundation and hazard maps for California and he joins Insight today to discuss the threat a tsunami could pose to the state.