Californians torch Gavin Newsom’s chilling ‘Stop Nick Shirley Act’ — teeing up huge clash with feds

Source: New York Post

Gavin Newsom has been slammed for signing a controversial privacy law that critics have branded the “Stop Nick Shirley Act” — setting the stage for a potential First Amendment fight. The law, introduced by Democratic Assemblymember Mia Bonta, expands the state’s address-protection program to immigration-service workers. Supporters say it protects workers from threats and doxing, while critics argue it could hinder journalists and investigators from doing their job.