California’s Economy Grows, Port Traffic Shrinks, and a Real ID Deadline Nears

25/04/2025 3 min
California’s Economy Grows, Port Traffic Shrinks, and a Real ID Deadline Nears

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Episode Synopsis

California’s economy is now the world’s fourth-largest, but new federal tariffs could put that growth at risk. Meanwhile, the state is racing to get more residents signed up for a Real ID before the May 7 deadline, which will impact domestic travel. At the Port of Los Angeles, imports are already dropping as major retailers pull back due to trade tensions. And in Long Beach, hospitality workers at the convention center have secured raises, healthcare, and stronger pensions following a wage dispute. 

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