Who pays for Newsom's travel? Hint: It's not always taxpayers
- Posted on February 14, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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Who pays for Newsom's travel? Hint: It's not always taxpayers

Gov. Gavin Newsom's international travel is paid for by the California State Protocol Foundation, a nonprofit that is funded primarily by corporate donations and run by a board Newsom appoints.