California Economy

CA Adds 131,534 Jobs, Defying National Economic Slowdown under Trump

California recorded the highest job growth nationally, adding approximately 131,534 positions during the 12 months concluding in the first quarter of 2026, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released by state officials. This economic expansion was primarily attributed to sustained gains within key sectors including clean energy, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics.

Newsom Pushes Back on ‘California Derangement Syndrome’ Critiques with Crime, Economy and Housing Data

California Governor Gavin Newsom released a press statement challenging what his office termed “California Derangement Syndrome,” attributing it to conservative media outlets and political critics. The statement asserted that these entities are disseminating inaccurate information regarding the state’s crime rates, homelessness crisis, economic conditions, and public policy, while underscoring California’s measurable progress in these sectors.