Trump hits California with six policies in one day
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The Trump administration launched a concentrated offensive against California last week, implementing six distinct policies targeting the Democratic stronghold within a single day, as reported by the New York Times.
Initially, the administration held back its actions against Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom due to the devastating Los Angeles wildfires that struck on January 7. Despite seeking federal assistance for the disaster, Newsom allocated $50 million to oppose Trump’s policies.
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— Monika Seeger (@Monik1946) March 28, 2025
The cascade of federal actions began on Thursday, March 26, with the Education Department challenging California’s transgender student protection law. Shortly after, federal authorities revoked waivers that previously allowed undocumented students in California colleges to access certain federally funded programs.
The afternoon brought heightened scrutiny of California’s higher education institutions. The Justice Department initiated investigations into potential violations of Supreme Court rulings on race-based admissions at Stanford University and three University of California campuses. Simultaneously, the Health and Human Services Department commenced an investigation into similar discriminatory practices at a prominent California medical institution.
A week after Donald Trump signed an executive order to turn more responsibility for schools over to states, his administration is targeting California over its education policies. The moves illustrate a conflict between two of his policy goals: https://t.co/6rsAdy6Qrr
— Sophia Bollag (@SophiaBollag) March 28, 2025
As the day progressed, further federal actions emerged. The Agriculture Department dispatched correspondence to Governor Newsom, indicating a review of education-related funding in relation to transgender protections. The day concluded with the Justice Department announcing an investigation into the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department regarding alleged delays in processing concealed-carry permit applications.
Looking ahead, the Trump administration and Republican Congress have determined that future California fire aid will include oversight from a Special Master to ensure appropriate allocation of funds and prevent diversion to alternative priorities.
