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One of the focal points of criticism is the sharp decline in California’s oil production, which has reportedly dropped by about 20%. Advocates argue that the state has the potential to rank among the top oil producers in the nation due to its vast resources, including the Monterey Shale. However, critics contend that Governor Newsom's regulations are driving refineries out of the state, amplifying the crisis of energy availability while simultaneously blaming external factors like Trump's tariffs for his administration's failings.