Governor of California Gavin Newsom wants a firewall to defend Californians during Donald TrumpThis is his second term, and he’s wasting no time building it.

Once one of the most elected presidents visible criticism During his first term, Newsom announced a special session of the California legislature before Trump’s inauguration. Newsom said the session would focus on strengthening protections for women, LGBTQ+ people and immigrants before Trump takes office.

“The freedoms we hold dear in California are under attack – and we will not stand idly by,” Newsom wrote. “We will do whatever is necessary to ensure Californians have the support and resources they need to thrive.”

Newsom’s public feuds with Trump and Trump’s petty desire to punish the state have led to multiple battles over health care financing, immigration detention centers, and disaster relief. Newsom is looking to give the state Department of Justice a boost as he envisions a future in which California will have to take on many cases against the Trump administration.

“The funding (passed during the session) will make it possible to immediately file a lawsuit and seek an injunction against illegal federal actions,” the statement said.