Hewlett Foundation's Funding of Newsom's China Trip
- The Hewlett Foundation funded Gov. Gavin Newsom's climate trip to China.
- At Newsom's request, the Foundation paid $300,000 in travel expenses.
- This payment was the only outside funding requested for the trip.
Connection to Energy Foundation China (EFC)
- The Hewlett Foundation has significantly supported EFC, a nonprofit linked to the CCP.
- EFC has received at least $112 million from the Hewlett Foundation over the past decade.
- EFC is accused of promoting Chinese strategic interests and influencing U. S. energy policies.
- Critics claim EFC's staff mainly consists of former CCP officials.
Grants to Other Organizations
- The Hewlett Foundation has funded the Natural Resources Defense Council and Rocky Mountain Institute for their work in China.
- In 2023, it contributed $800,000 to the Peking University Education Foundation, supporting a state-run Chinese university.
- Between 2021 and 2023, the foundation gave $3. 6 million to the California-China Climate Institute.
Newsom's Activities During the Trip
- Newsom participated in the Great Wall Climate Dialogue, supported by EFC.
- He engaged with EFC CEO Ji Zou during a reception, a former high-ranking Chinese official.
- During a visit to Peking University, Newsom urged collaboration between the U. S. and China on climate issues.
Influence and Access
- The CCCI claimed to have supported and organized Newsom’s trip.
- Organizations funded by the Hewlett Foundation had special access to coordinate his itinerary.
- Newsom promoted a Chinese electric vehicle at the trip, made by BYD, a government-subsidized company.
Official Statement and Concerns
- Newsom’s spokesman emphasized the funding was to prevent taxpayer expenses.
- The connection between Newsom's trip funding and CCP-affiliated organizations raises questions.
- Recent Senate hearings have scrutinized EFC's operations in America, highlighting concerns about energy dominance.
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