Film and television productions are increasingly leaving California due to high taxes, rising labor costs, and unfavorable working conditions under Governor Gavin Newsom's administration. The number of film shoots in Los Angeles has declined by 22.4% this year as studios opt for cheaper and less-taxing locations, including overseas destinations. This trend is attributed in part to higher labor rates negotiated by Hollywood unions and the impact of recent strikes. The exodus of productions is seen as contributing to economic challenges in the state's entertainment industry, historically known as the "Entertainment Capital of the World." Concurrently, California is experiencing political shifts, with over one million new Republican registrations since Newsom took office and efforts underway to implement voter roll purges, audits, and voter ID laws. Some commentators suggest this political change reflects a broader desire among residents to restore the state's economic and social environment.