Governor Newsom Credits Immigrants for California's $4.1 Trillion Economy and Innovation Leadership

SACRAMENTO, CA – Governor Gavin Newsom released a statement today emphasizing the critical role of immigrants in bolstering California's economy and fostering its diverse society. Speaking from Sacramento, Governor Newsom highlighted California's standing as the world's fourth-largest economy, with a valuation of $4.1 trillion. "California is the fourth-largest economy in the world BECAUSE of immigrants," Governor Newsom stated. He elaborated that 27% of the state's population is foreign-born, attributing the state's success in technology, innovation, and various industries to their contributions. Newsom pointed to the entrepreneurial spirit brought by immigrants, noting its impact on Silicon Valley's advancements in discovery, research, and science. He asserted that immigrants are responsible for California having more Nobel laureates, scientists, researchers, and engineers than any other state in America. "It's not just in our farms and ranches, it's not just in our restaurants, it's not just in our hotels. It's also at Wall Street. It's in the boardrooms," he added, underscoring their widespread influence across all sectors. The Governor concluded by stating that immigrants are what make both California and America great.

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