Chico Times

In a recent exchange, Governor Gavin Newsom responded to criticism regarding his administration's handling of homelessness in California. The response followed a column by Dan Walters from CalMatters, which critiqued Newsom's efforts and highlighted the lack of clarity on the use of funds allocated for addressing homelessness.

The article emphasized that despite substantial financial investment and promises, the issue has worsened during Newsom's tenure. In response, Newsom took to social media, where he expressed dissatisfaction with the article and stated that homelessness had "only" increased by 20% under his leadership.

This figure has been met with skepticism, as many Californians view it as insufficient progress given the scale of the crisis. Critics argue that instead of accepting responsibility, Newsom tends to deflect blame onto local authorities and criticize journalists who report on these shortcomings.

The homelessness situation remains a significant concern for residents across California, who are calling for tangible improvements rather than explanations or justifications.