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Gavin Newsom loved AI, then discovered he hated it

Gavin Newsom has decided he’s skeptical of AI.

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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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