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California Democrats endorse billionaire wealth tax

The California Democratic Party voted to support Proposition 40, a 5% tax on billionaire net worth intended to fund healthcare, despite significant internal party opposition from Governor Newsom and labor leaders. The endorsement has exposed deep divisions within the party between progressive and establishment factions.

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