Fact Check: Did Newsom Really Say He’d Withhold Federal Taxes?

Governor Gavin Newsom did not announce plans to withhold federal taxes; this claim is a misrepresentation of his comments regarding California's tax structure.

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The article addresses a claim circulating on social media that California Governor Gavin Newsom planned to withhold federal taxes in 2024. This claim gained traction following a segment on Fox News, leading to widespread discussion and concern regarding the governor’s fiscal policies and intentions.

Claim

The claim asserts that Governor Gavin Newsom intends to withhold federal taxes from California residents in 2024, suggesting a significant and controversial move by the state government. This assertion is misleading as it misrepresents the actual statements made by Newsom.

Fact

Upon investigation, it was found that the claim is false. Governor Newsom did not announce any plans to withhold federal taxes; rather, he discussed the need for California to reconsider its tax structure in light of federal policies. The original context of his remarks was misinterpreted and sensationalized.

Key sources confirming this include:

  1. Reuters
  2. The Los Angeles Times

Conclusion

The fact check can be classified as False Content since the information presented in the claim is wholly false and misleading regarding Governor Newsom’s intentions.

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