Gavin Newsom loved AI, then discovered he hated it
Gavin Newsom has decided he’s skeptical of AI.

Gavin Newsom has decided he’s skeptical of AI. It’s the exact opposite of the stance he took just one year ago.
In October 2025, Newsom vetoed a bill that would require data centers to report their anticipated and past water use when applying for, and renewing their business licenses. Newsom wanted to boost California as a center of AI innovation and growth.
First reported by New York Post.
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