Why Did Newsom Veto California's Biggest AI Bill?

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October 15, 2025
California just passed multiple AI safety laws but Gavin Newsom vetoed the biggest one. He blocked AB 1064 because it would've basically banned minors from using ChatGPT entirely - too restrictive according to him. The other bills passed though, including quarter-million dollar fines for AI deepfake porn and requirements for platforms to verify ages and monitor for suicidal thoughts.