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California Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing to tax federal compensation payouts—intended for those claiming government abuse under Trump’s narrative—targeting residents in his state. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent strongly opposes the move, calling it a bad idea and signaling the Trump administration’s firm stance against states dipping into this politically charged fund. With a history of clashes on issues like immigration and climate, this potential tax could escalate tensions between California and Washington. The fund’s eligibility and distribution remain murky, adding to the uncertainty as this standoff underscores the ongoing friction between state and federal authority over federal money.

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