Gavin Newsom’s progressive dream is crumbling—and President Trump didn’t even need to lift a finger.
Faced with a crushing $12 billion budget shortfall, California Governor Gavin Newsom was forced to gut key left-wing programs, including taxpayer-funded healthcare for illegal immigrants. The move marks a major retreat from California’s “sanctuary state” agenda and hands President Donald Trump a clear political win.
On Friday, Newsom signed a massive $321 billion budget that slashes core progressive priorities to keep the state afloat. Among the biggest casualties? A once-celebrated expansion of Medi-Cal that offered free healthcare to undocumented immigrants. It’s now being scaled back—hard.
California Cuts Benefits for Illegal Immigrants
Newsom’s new budget halts all new enrollments of undocumented adults in Medi-Cal starting next year. And by 2027, even those currently enrolled will face a $30 monthly premium—a clear reversal of the state’s promise to offer healthcare to all, regardless of immigration status.
This about-face directly contradicts years of Democrat promises. It’s also a sharp rebuke of the open-border policies embraced by the Biden administration and blue state leaders alike.
🗣️ “This is a huge loss for the far left,” said one state official anonymously. “The numbers just don’t work anymore.”
Liberal Priorities Collapse Under Financial Pressure
This is the third year in a row California has been forced to slash progressive programs due to mounting deficits. And it’s only getting worse. Budget forecasts predict annual deficits of $17–24 billion, plus a potential $16 billion drop in federal funding.
To make the math work, Newsom’s team tapped into emergency reserves, borrowed from special funds, and delayed payments—instead of raising taxes during an election year. But the cost is clear:
- $78 million in mental health hotlines cut—impacting over 100,000 low-income callers.
- Dental care for the poor gone by 2026.
- Healthcare coverage for immigrants scaled back dramatically.
Still, Democrats protected abortion services, Planned Parenthood funding, and in-home care—revealing where their real priorities lie.
Voters Say “Enough”
Despite California’s deep-blue lean, the public isn’t on board with these radical programs.
According to a Napolitan News/RMG Research poll, 60% of California voters oppose giving illegal immigrants taxpayer-funded healthcare. An overwhelming 72% believe illegal immigration is harming the country. These aren’t Texas numbers—this is from inside Newsom’s own state.
Newsom Blames Trump for His Own Failures
In a bizarre twist, Newsom blamed his budget problems on President Trump’s tariffs and immigration policies—even though Trump hasn’t held office since January 2025.
“This budget shows that California isn’t just staying the course—we’re pushing forward,” Newsom declared, while blaming President Trump for what he called “deliberate economic harm.”
California Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas echoed the talking points, accusing Trump of “terrorizing communities” with immigration enforcement. Meanwhile, basic services are being gutted and the state is drowning in red ink.
Republicans Fire Back
State Senator Tony Strickland (R) called out the gimmicks behind the budget:
“We’re draining savings, borrowing more, and still not fixing the affordability crisis.”
He added: “California families are paying more, getting less, and watching their tax dollars go to illegal immigrants while their own services are being cut.”
Trump’s Policies Vindicated
While Democrats scramble to manage California’s fiscal meltdown, it’s clear President Trump’s America First vision is winning in the long run.
This budget retreat shows that unlimited spending on illegal immigration and other progressive fantasies is unsustainable—even in the most liberal state in the nation.
Trump’s firm stance on border security, responsible spending, and putting Americans first now looks more justified than ever.
BOTTOM LINE: California’s Progressive Experiment Is Failing
The Golden State once led the charge in radical progressive policy. Now, it’s cutting back those same programs just to survive. Newsom’s retreat on illegal immigrant healthcare is a humiliating blow to the far-left agenda and a massive win for conservative values.
As Trump surges in 2025, California’s crumbling budget is just one more sign: America is ready for a comeback.