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CEO says doing business in state ‘sucks’ as company heads to Texas amid California exodus

  • California is losing population and business prominence to Texas, which is growing faster due to pro-business policies, low taxes, and expanding technical skills.
  • Digital Brands Group is relocating its headquarters from Vernon, California, to Round Rock, Texas, citing California's high costs, long commutes, and challenging business environment.
  • Los Angeles County experienced a net loss of 17,496 tax filers who took nearly $1.9 billion in income to other states, contributing to shrinking state and local tax bases.
  • California is debating a proposed one-time 5% tax on billionaires, with supporters expecting increased public funding and opponents warning it may drive wealthy taxpayers and revenue away.
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Another California company joins the list of companies leaving the state due to the difficult business environment in the state. Digital Brands Group moved its headquarters to Round Rock (Texas) in the face of rising operating costs. The news is known at a time when California faces a major exit from taxpayers and businesses. Digital Brands Group executive director Hil Davis harshly criticized California’s business environment and stated that th…

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New York Post broke the news in New York, United States on Monday, August 17, 2026.
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