California Democrats Split Over 5% Billionaire Tax as El-Sayed's Michigan Win Tests Midterm Strategy
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Updated · KQED · Aug 7
California Democrats Split Over 5% Billionaire Tax as El-Sayed's Michigan Win Tests Midterm Strategy
2 articles · Updated · KQED · Aug 7
Summary
California's proposed one-time 5% tax on billionaires gained major endorsements this week from the state Democratic Party and the California Labor Federation, giving Prop. 40 fresh momentum.
That push has sharpened a Democratic divide because Gov. Gavin Newsom still opposes the measure, creating a clash that could carry implications for his presidential ambitions.
Abdul El-Sayed's Senate primary victory in Michigan has added to that debate by offering a new test of progressive strength in a swing state ahead of the midterms.
Newsom is heading to Michigan this weekend as California Democrats weigh whether El-Sayed's win points to a more progressive strategy that could influence campaigns back home.