This event scores low on constitutional damage (2.92) but high on distraction/hype (24.23), yielding D=-21.31. The A-score reflects legitimate federalism concerns (separation:3, rule_of_law:2) but is heavily reduced by judicial_legal_action mechanism (0.7x - normal constitutional process) and single_state scope (0.6x). The B-score is elevated by strong Layer 1 hype (media_friendliness:7, outrage_bait:6) and Layer 2 strategic indicators (pattern_match:8 for Newsom's established resistance brand, mismatch:7 between preventive framing and actual legal substance). High intentionality (7/15) reflects clear political positioning. This is preemptive legal posturing presented as constitutional crisis - classic List B pattern where normal federalism disputes are amplified for political capital.