Sacramento, CA – California Governor Gavin Newsom is facing heavy criticism after new data revealed that homelessness in the state has increased by 3%, despite billions of dollars spent on housing initiatives.
Rising Homelessness Despite Record Spending
Over the past three years, California has invested:
✔ $15 billion in housing programs
✔ $3 billion for mental health services
✔ $1.5 billion for emergency shelters
Yet, homelessness continues to rise, particularly in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego.
Why Is the Problem Persisting?
Experts point to:
- High rent and housing costs
- Lack of mental health resources
- Slow bureaucratic response to housing crises
Many critics argue that Newsom’s policies have failed to address the root causes, while his supporters claim progress takes time.
Newsom’s Response
The governor defended his policies, stating, “We’ve housed more people than ever before, but the crisis is deep-rooted and requires long-term solutions.”
However, many Californians aren’t convinced, and with elections approaching, homelessness remains a hot-button issue.
