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Trump’s insult calling Gavin Newsom a 'loser' during a Munich Security Conference moment drew attention to Newsom’s European diplomacy, but Newsom’s advisers say the blowback is a strategic win, elevating Newsom as the main challenger to Trump and highlighting California’s climate-focused pacts and soft-power diplomacy with the UK.
Former President Donald Trump attacked California Gov. Gavin Newsom and derided a new UK-California clean-energy pact signed in London, calling Newsom 'Newscum' and saying the deal was inappropriate; the agreement aims to boost cooperation on clean energy tech, offshore wind, and give British firms access to California's market as Newsom tours Europe ahead of a potential 2028 presidential run.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom told a Munich Security Conference panel that Donald Trump’s attacks on Europe have unintendedly pushed European nations to cooperate more closely, strengthening the transatlantic alliance. He called it perhaps Trump’s only lasting contribution to Europe, argued that current tensions are temporary, and predicted a Democratic victory in the midterms while asserting the Supreme Court will likely curb presidential tariff powers; Newsom is also leveraging the moment to raise his international profile ahead of a potential 2028 bid.
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s international trips are largely funded by the California State Protocol Foundation, a nonprofit financed by corporate donations and run by a board he appoints, reducing taxpayer costs while sparking concerns that donors gain political access; the foundation covers travel and staff costs for trips including COP30 and Vatican appearances, with donors such as Centene, CVS, UC Berkeley, and the Hewlett Foundation.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s press conference quip about Donald Trump’s move to control permits in wildfire-hit LA drew quick scrutiny over a supposed French expression. Linguists couldn’t identify a standard idiom, and Newsom’s aide initially suggested it was just a Foreign-language flourish. A spokesperson later said the line quotes Guillaume Apollinaire’s WWI-era poem “Aussi bien que les cigales” (As well as the cicadas), a memory rather than a recognized saying. The episode underscores how language quirks can go viral and spark debate in politics.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom filed a civil rights complaint against Dr. Mehmet Oz, signaling another chapter in his ongoing feud with the Trump administration.
Gov. Gavin Newsom is counting on a federal extension of California’s MCO tax on Medi-Cal to cover about $1.1 billion in revenue for the coming budget year; without a six‑month reprieve, the state could face a larger hole as AI-driven revenue remains uncertain and federal rules tighten on how the tax is used.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent mocked California Gov. Gavin Newsom during Davos coverage, saying Newsom has a 'brain the size of a walnut' and knows less about economics than Kamala Harris as part of the ongoing Trump–Newsom feud; the remarks came amid Newsom’s Davos activities and a canceled Trump-aligned appearance, with Bessent defending the administration as protecting ordinary retirees and hinting Newsom could be a 2028 contender.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom used the World Economic Forum in Davos to accuse Donald Trump of authoritarian tendencies, after his own speaking slot reportedly was blocked by White House officials. Newsom slammed Trump as corrupt and described U.S. governance as crony capitalism, while highlighting California’s policy achievements and the broader debate over governance and civil rights. The remarks come as Newsom contemplates a 2028 presidential bid and as questions linger about the state’s budget and governance.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said the Trump administration blocked his entry to a USA House venue at Davos, forcing the cancellation of his planned Fortune fireside chat; he linked the move to Trumpian influence and described it as consistent with authoritarian tendencies, though it wasn’t immediately clear who was responsible and the White House did not comment.
Gavin Newsom urged European leaders at Davos to resist Donald Trump’s threats to seize Greenland, criticizing their perceived complicity and calling for a tougher stance. He framed the moment as a test of global resolve and contrasted Europe’s response with U.S. Congressional dynamics, while Trump floated new tariffs on nations opposing his plan. Newsom, viewed as a potential 2028 candidate, used the event to push for a firmer international posture amid Trump’s rhetoric.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom denied Louisiana's request to extradite Dr. Rémy Coeytaux, who is accused of prescribing and mailing abortion pills to a Louisiana patient via telemedicine, signaling a broader fight between states with bans and those with shield laws protecting providers; Newsom said California will not let out-of-state officials punish doctors for reproductive care and highlighted protections for providers and patients amid the ongoing abortion-rights battles.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom refused to extradite a California doctor indicted by Louisiana for allegedly providing abortion-inducing drugs by mail, saying California won’t help prosecute doctors practicing legally in-state. The case, tied to AidAccess and the broader fight over abortion protections and telemedicine, follows Louisiana’s push to pursue cross-state enforcement and marks a second such attempt after a New York doctor was targeted last year.
California lawmakers propose a billionaire wealth tax that could affect the state's ultra-wealthy, sparking protests in Silicon Valley and drawing Gov. Gavin Newsom into a high-stakes political confrontation over taxation of extreme wealth.
Congressman Khanna criticized California's management, citing a $72 billion figure he couldn't verify, and called for congressional hearings on high-risk programs, prompting a response from Governor Newsom's spokesperson emphasizing the importance of accuracy and fraud prevention.