California Initiative to Secede Approved for Signature Gathering, Needs 550,000 Signatures by July 22, 2025 for 2028 Ballot

Jan 24, 2025, 05:02 PM

A California state initiative aimed at making California an independent country has received approval to begin collecting signatures. Proponents of the measure must gather 550,000 valid signatures within 180 days, with a deadline set for July 22, 2025, to qualify for the ballot in the November 2028 election. The California Secretary of State has officially cleared the measure for signature gathering, marking a revival of the campaign for secession. This initiative reflects ongoing discussions about California's political identity and autonomy.