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Newsom returns to a defining California fight: Who pays for wildfire damage?

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The bookends of California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s nearly eight years in office have been defined by a crucial question: Who should cover the cost of damage from wildfires caused…

  • Governor Newsom addresses $21 billion wildfire fund for utilities.
  • Legislation aims to stabilize electricity rates amid climate change.
  • Opponents argue plan favors utilities over fire survivors.

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