Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday urged newly elected state lawmakers to work toward a special session, to “safeguard California values,â€� as the state prepares to be a liberal antagonist to the upcoming Trump administration.Ìý
In other words:ÌýPrepare for lawsuits.Ìý
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