Poverty in California remains highest in US, tied with Louisiana, report says
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- California has the highest poverty rate in the US, alongside Louisiana, with little improvement.
- Despite wealth, 17.7% of Californians (7 million people) couldn't afford basic needs in 2024.
- Poverty rates surged post-pandemic as policies like the child tax credit expired.
- Child poverty in California more than doubled since 2021.
- People of color, renters, and children are most affected by poverty.
- Federal and state budget cuts threaten to increase poverty further.
- Report calls for bold state action, including corporate tax reforms.