California Governor Vetoes Bill for Unemployment Benefits to Striking Workers

California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have allowed striking workers to receive unemployment benefits, citing the state's already substantial debt in the unemployment benefits fund. The bill was aimed at supporting workers in the hotel and entertainment industries who have been on strike for an extended period. Labor unions argue that the number of workers on strike for more than two weeks is minimal and would not significantly impact the state's unemployment trust fund. This veto has drawn criticism from labor unions, who believe it favors corporations over workers' rights.