Washington Post cites U-Haul data in California exodus to 'pro-growth' states, says 'decline is a choice'

The Washington Post editorial board cited U-Haul's 2025 growth index as evidence that "it's not just billionaires fleeing California," but also residents from all walks of life looking to escape the state's high cost of living for "pro-growth, low-tax" states.

In a Thursday editorial, the Post dug into the moving truck company's data and uncovered what states Americans are leaving — and which they are moving to.

"The rental company released its annual growth index this week, which...