California Gov. Gavin Newsom Announces Plan To Fight Homelessness

The video addresses the issue of homelessness in California, highlighting the state's failure to adequately house and care for its population despite its wealth. It discusses a plan to convert state-owned properties into homeless shelters and allow the government to become legal guardians for homeless individuals with mental illnesses. The video also presents statistics on the rise of homelessness in California and explores potential funding sources, including the possibility of a tax hike, to address the issue.

What does the plan suggest about the state's role in caring for homeless individuals with mental illnesses?

What potential funding source is mentioned in relation to the plan?