
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) ordered the removal of homeless encampments in the state following the recent Supreme Court ruling that empowers cities to enforce bans on sleeping outside in public. Newsom’s executive order directs state agencies and departments to develop “clear policies” to “urgently address” the thousands of homeless encampments located across California, his office said Thursday. The order requires agencies to prioritize clearing encampments with safety risks and to provide advance notice of the clearance. Officials were also told to work with local service providers who can support...