Newsom received conservative praise for vetoing a bill that would require courts to consider gender affirmation in custody battles.
The governor explained his veto in a letter to California's state assembly, noting that he appreciates"the passion and values that led the author to introduce this bill" and that he shares"a deep commitment to advancing the rights of transgender Californians.
to diminish the civil rights of vulnerable communities," he wrote, adding that courts already may consider gender identity when making these decisions. Above, an image of California Governor Gavin Newsom speaking during the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, California on May 2, 2023. Newsom received rare support from conservatives after vetoing a bill that would require judges to consider gender affirmation when making custody decisions.
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