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California Supreme Court Blocks Ballot Measure Aimed at Reining in Tax Increases

Governor Newsom sued to block the measure saying it would disempower the legislature and hurt local governments while supporters said it would give voters more control over taxes.

Attorney Margaret R. Prinzing, representing the California Governor and Legislature, speaks at the California Supreme Court.
Attorney Margaret R. Prinzing, representing the California Governor and Legislature, speaks at the California Supreme Court. AP/Jeff Chiu, Pool