Trending Now - Critics Slam Newsom's Costly Diaper Initiative for Taxpayers

WHO:

Fox News - California Governor Gavin Newsom is involved in the diaper initiative.

IJR - The nonprofit organization Baby2Baby is partnering with Newsom on the initiative.

WHAT:

Fox News - The diaper initiative is costing taxpayers $20 million.

IJR - The program aims to provide free diapers to newborns, with families receiving 400 diapers at participating California hospitals.

WHERE:

IJR - The initiative is being implemented in California hospitals.

WHEN:

IJR - The "Golden State Start" initiative was unveiled on a Friday.

WHY:

IJR - Critics argue that the program is an example of wasteful government spending disguised as public assistance.

HOW:

IJR - Families delivering babies at participating hospitals will receive the diapers as part of the initiative.

(UPDATED May 12, 2026 17:42 UTC)

California Governor Gavin Newsom is launching a new diaper initiative in partnership with the nonprofit organization Baby2Baby, which aims to provide free diapers to newborns in hospitals across the state. The program, known as the "Golden State Start," will cost taxpayers $20 million and will supply families with 400 diapers when they deliver at participating California hospitals. While supporters see it as essential public assistance, critics are raising concerns about potential wasteful government spending.