Socialist-run California city takes on Chevron while residents worry about long-term consequences
Richmond's democratic socialist leaders have long targeted Chevron, but residents worry pushing the oil giant too far could cost jobs and revenue.
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Media Socialist-run California city takes on Chevron while residents worry about long-term consequences Former Mayor Tom Butt says Richmond's powerful progressive coalition 'would love to see Chevron closed down tomorrow' By Rachel Wolf , Nikolas Lanum Fox News Published June 13, 2026 6:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video How the Rise of Socialism is fueling Chevron's California Exodus As Richmond, California's socialist-aligned leaders wage a long-running battle against Chevron, residents, politicians, and business owners warn that losing the oil giant could devastate the city's economy. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Politics in Richmond, Calif., have revolved around one company for decades: Chevron.
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