In 2024, California has embarked on an unprecedented campaign against camping, reflecting a shift in priorities from issues like climate change and crime to the presence of campers.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, known for his delayed initiatives, took direct action against encampments by dismantling tents himself, leading a rapid response from local governments across the state.
Cities from Arcata to Vista are joining in California's war on encampments, swiftly implementing new laws against camping and shutting down existing encampments with surprising urgency.
Santa Monica, once a progressive haven, has tightened its anti-camping laws dramatically, allowing for the arrest of individuals possessing basic camping gear such as pillows and blankets.
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