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California Democrats walk back climate policies

CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, JUL 8 – California Democrats retreat from key climate regulations after 2024 election losses, citing economic pressures and shifting voter priorities, with some policies paused or diluted, Politico reports.

  • California Democrats, led by Governor Gavin Newsom, have recently walked back several ambitious climate policies amid rising political and affordability pressures in 2024-2025.
  • This retreat comes in the wake of electoral setbacks, growing concerns about housing and fuel costs, and the broader political repercussions tied to the 2024 election, leading Democrats to reconsider their previously ambitious climate initiatives.
  • California officials have delayed or weakened several important environmental policies, including those targeting fuel emissions, plastic pollution controls, and evaluations of new development projects. Additionally, two recently enacted housing laws now exclude certain urban construction initiatives from undergoing environmental assessments.
  • Polls show 58% of Americans see extreme weather worsening, but climate change ranks low among voter priorities, with affordability issues like housing and gas prices predominating.
  • The policy rollback reflects a wider shift nationwide, as political and economic factors hinder climate initiatives, raising concerns about the future impacts on environmental quality and public health.
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Politico broke the news in on Monday, July 7, 2025.
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