Gavin Newsom (D-CA) on Thursday convened a special session of the state legislature intended to quickly address climate change, secure access to abortion, protect immigrants, and a host of other issues ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's January inauguration.

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday called a special session to "safeguard California values and fundamental rights in the face of an incoming Trump administration." Why it matters: Newsom's proclamation is the latest indication that California officials are ...

Nov 7 (Reuters) - California Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Thursday that he will convene a special session of the legislature in response to Donald Trump winning the U.S. presidential election, which Newsom said threatened his state's values.