Newsom’s homeless encampment ban sparks outrage and criticism

California Governor Gavin Newsom’s new executive order targeting the homeless encampments has drawn sharp criticism from civil rights advocates and progressive commentators.

The order was prompted by a recent Supreme Court ruling that seeks to push local authorities to dismantle encampments.

Critics argue that Newsom’s approach fails to address the root causes of homelessness, such as the severe lack of affordable housing.

Eric Tars of the National Homelessness Law Center and other advocates have denounced the order, calling for solutions rather than punitive measures.

The governor’s policy has sparked a heated debate, with some viewing it as a politically expedient move rather than effective leadership.

Newsom’s administration has invested billions in efforts to combat homelessness. However, critics say these measures are insufficient without addressing underlying issues. 

California is home to roughly one-third of the nation’s homeless population.