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CELEB-XIT: These celebrities chose to flee from the ‘Golden State’ due to Dem policies

CELEB-XIT: These celebrities chose to flee from the ‘Golden State’ due to Dem policies

Exodus from the Golden State: Celebrities Flee California's Progressive Policies

As the political landscape in the United States continues to evolve, a growing number of high-profile celebrities have made the decision to leave California, citing the state's progressive policies as the driving force behind their relocation. From the entertainment industry to the world of business, these famous faces have found greener pastures in other states, seeking a more favorable political and economic climate.

Celebrities Abandon California's Leftward Shift

Jillian Michaels: Escaping the "Madness" of California

Celebrity fitness guru Jillian Michaels, known for her role on "The Biggest Loser," made the decision to leave California for the Sunshine State of Florida in 2024. Michaels attributed her move to the progressive policies implemented under the leadership of Governor Gavin Newsom, expressing her concerns over the state's direction. She minced no words, stating that "everything is wrong with Gov. Newsom" and that the "status of where everything is at, it speaks for itself." Michaels also cited the state's drought and the surge in homelessness as additional catalysts for her departure.

Elon Musk: Blasting Off to Texas

Billionaire mogul Elon Musk, known for his visionary leadership at companies like SpaceX and Tesla, also found issue with California's progressive policies and made the decision to move his companies' headquarters to Texas. Musk's move came in response to the passage of the SAFETY Act, which prohibited school boards from requiring parental notification of a child's gender identification. Musk took to social media to criticize the law, stating that it was the "last straw" and that he had previously warned Governor Newsom that such policies would push out families and companies.

Scott Baio: Saying Goodbye to the "Golden State"

Actor Scott Baio, known for his roles in "Happy Days" and "Charles in Charge," traded the West Coast for the East Coast in 2023, leaving California behind. Baio announced his departure on social media, citing a "culmination" of factors that led him to leave Los Angeles, including the city's homelessness crisis and rising crime rates. The actor stressed that safety was the primary concern, stating that "if you don't feel safe, it's not worth living in the town that you're in." Baio found solace in Florida, describing the state as having a "different feel" and being "what America was like 50 years ago."

Joe Rogan: Escaping California's "Communist" Policies

Podcaster Joe Rogan, known for his outspoken nature and diverse range of guests, made the decision to leave California for the wide-open spaces of Texas in 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rogan's condemnation of the state's progressive policies was scathing, as he described California as having "gone like full communist" and being "out of its f—–g mind." The podcaster also pointed to the state's crime and homelessness surge, criticizing its approach to law enforcement as "insane."

Dean Cain: Fleeing the "Woke" and "Terrible" Policies

Actor Dean Cain, known for his portrayal of Superman in the TV series "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman," left Hollywood for the swing state of Nevada, citing the state's tax policies, soft-on-crime approach, and the "woke" culture in the entertainment industry. Cain expressed his displeasure with Governor Newsom, stating that he had "driven the state into the ground." The actor found solace in Nevada, where he enjoys the absence of state income tax and "crazy policies," allowing his dollar to go much further.

Rob Schneider: Leaving the Democratic Party and California

Actor and comedian Rob Schneider, known for his roles in films like "Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo," also made the decision to leave California, trading it for the "slightly freer state" of Arizona. Schneider, who had previously been a Democrat, cited the state's tax policies and Governor Newsom as the driving forces behind his departure, stating that Newsom "pushed him over the edge." The comedian expressed his belief that life in California "gets worse" and that he was seeking a more favorable political and economic environment.These high-profile departures from California highlight the growing discontent among celebrities and industry leaders with the state's progressive policies. As the political landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen whether more famous faces will follow suit, seeking greener pastures in other states that align more closely with their personal and professional values.

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