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California has long been known for its stringent gun laws, often justified by the aim to curb rising gun violence. Yet, the correlation between strict laws and crime rates is complex. Conversely, some argue that relaxed gun laws in other states lead to lower gun violence because of cultural norms and stricter enforcement.
The state’s leadership, including Governor Gavin Newsom (referred to dismissively as "Greesome Newsome" in the transcript), has championed gun safety, including the now-invalidated ammo background check law. Still, the courts’ rulings highlight the ongoing legal pushback against over-restrictive gun legislation.