Continuing to cut oil and gas production faster than experts recommend could create energy supply shortfalls and more price volatility at the gas pump.

The Bee did not refute any of the data used and ignored the bigger picture on how foreign oil imports mean higher gas prices for working families.

A Politico article ignores how Kern County has long fought to maintain local oil production as Newsom’s policies push the state to rely heavily on foreign imports.

Amid false claims and gaslighting, the TV spot points to government data showing the state has cut oil production 25%, leading to more foreign imports and higher gas prices.

Governor Newsom’s failing policies have led to high costs and heavy dependence on foreign oil for basic energy needs. Sacramento must change course in the new year.

Governor Newsom and Sacramento policymakers aren’t leading an energy transition. They’re letting consumers and businesses suffer under politicized energy chaos.

Gas prices are high because oil supply and refining can’t keep up with demand. Raising taxes on oil companies will only discourage production, making matters worse.

The governor’s policies sacrifice energy security and reliability, leaving the state vulnerable to supply shortages and price spikes.

Heavy dependence on foreign energy has left Europe vulnerable to supply shortfalls and price volatility. Governor Newsom is following the same energy policy playbook in California.