California's Calexit Movement in Spotlight During 2nd Trump Term

california, usa - Calexit campaign gains attention as California residents demand independence following Trump's victory in 2024.

Calexit Movement Resurfaces

The Calexit campaign to seek independence for California has reemerged following President Donald Trump's election victory in November 2024. The movement, led by Marcus Ruiz Evans, aims to collect over 546,651 signatures from registered voters by July 22, 2028, to include the proposal on the ballot.

Background of Calexit

The idea of California becoming an independent nation, known as Calexit, has been sporadically discussed. Inspired by Brexit, the campaign envisions a future where Californians govern themselves as a free, independent, and prosperous nation.

General Petition Process

Under the First Amendment of the US Constitution, citizens have the right to petition the government. If enough valid signatures are collected, the proposal goes to a public vote. The Calexit campaign follows a similar process to present the proposal to California voters.