Gavin Newsom’s unemployment debt ripped by California congressman
A California congressman is criticizing Governor Gavin Newsom for a $20 billion unemployment debt that remains unpaid. Rep. Vince Fong has introduced legislation to hold the state accountable and prevent further federal funding until the debt is addressed. The unpaid debt has led to significantly higher payroll taxes for California employers compared to other states.
- ▪Rep. Vince Fong introduced the Creating Accountability in Loan Repayment Act to address California's $20 billion unemployment debt.
- ▪California employers are facing a 5.2% payroll tax due to the state's unpaid unemployment insurance debt.
- ▪Other states have managed to pay off similar debts, while California has not, according to Republican lawmakers.
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Politics Gavin Newsom’s unemployment debt ripped by California congressman By Titus Wu Published May 20, 2026, 3:23 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google A California Republican congressman is trying to hold the state government accountable for not picking up the tab on a $20 billion debt that Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic lawmakers have so far refused to pay. Rep. Vince Fong introduced the Creating Accountability in Loan Repayment Act that would force California to repay that debt before spending any certain additional federal funds, such as future flexible funding similar to federal COVID-19 relief. 4 Rep. Vince Fong, R-Calif.
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