California's homelessness crisis is a key issue in the upcoming gubernatorial primary. Candidates Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton propose tough measures, including forced treatment and law enforcement.
Both criticize current policies as ineffective. The next governor must address mental health and addiction amid high public frustration.
- Nearly 25% of U.S. homeless live in California.
- Bianco calls for forced treatment and reversing Prop. 47.
- Hilton wants to enforce anti-camping laws and overhaul spending. - Both dispute Newsom's reported 9% drop in street homelessness.
The election will determine the state's approach to this complex crisis.