The Newsom Daily

The Newsom Daily - April 07, 2026

Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order establishing new AI vendor certification and procurement standards for California state agencies.

AI Procurement Framework: Newsom's executive order creates new trust and safety standards for artificial intelligence vendors seeking state contracts.

DHS Sanctuary City Response: The Department of Homeland Security is threatening to remove customs officers from airports in sanctuary cities and considering scaling back operations in these jurisdictions.

First Lady's Prison Visit: Jennifer Siebel Newsom shared a personal story during a visit to San Quentin State Prison as part of her advocacy work with inmates.

Swalwell ICE Campaign: Rep. Eric Swalwell's anti-ICE campaign messaging faces scrutiny over his previous support for a sheriff with ties to the federal agency.

Easter Egg Hunt Discovery: An Easter egg hunt at a California park led to the discovery of human remains, prompting a police investigation.

Left vs Right: Left-leaning outlets like Slate are framing recent Trump administration actions as beneficial to California Democrats' political positioning. Right-leaning sources including Fox News and The Daily Caller are running critical coverage of both Newsom and his wife, with Fox News promoting an "Empire of Fraud" investigation while other conservative outlets focus on the First Lady's recent public statements and prison visit.

Today's briefing reflects ongoing tensions between federal and state policies on immigration enforcement.