California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a budget aimed at closing a $46.8 billion deficit, drawing criticism from Republican lawmakers who claim they were excluded from the negotiation process. The budget, which includes spending cuts and tax increases on businesses, has been met with praise from Newsom who describes it as responsible and beneficial for Californians. However, Republican lawmakers express concerns about the sustainability of the budget and accuse Democrats of prioritizing social projects over essential services.