Michele Tafoya's 30% California Homeless Claim Debunked

Senate hopeful Michele Tafoya, formerly a sideline reporter, asserted that 30% of California residents are homeless. Fact‑checkers examined the claim and found it to be false, citing reliable data that shows a far lower percentage.

Tafoya’s statement drew criticism from both political opponents and the public, highlighting the importance of accurate statistics in public discourse.