Bill Maher questions Newsom on California regulations, encourages action to address bureaucracy

Bill Maher expressed frustration about the cost of inspections required for roof upgrades after wildfires. The comedian questioned California Gov. Gavin Newsom about the state’s bureaucratic hurdles.

Gov. Newsom acknowledged the need to eliminate bureaucratic obstacles and noted that his administration responded quickly to emergencies, highlighting rapid recovery efforts after the wildfires.

Maher criticized California’s high-speed rail route, arguing it should better serve larger cities, and questioned why it starts from Merced to Bakersfield instead of Sacramento to San Diego.

Newsom attributed some regulations to Republicans, acknowledging that needless regulation is an indictment of liberal governance and leadership.