California Governor Gavin Newsom unleashed a scathing critique of President Donald Trump, calling out his appearance and accusing him of spreading falsehoods during a live Fox News interview. Newsom’s comments, which took aim at both Trump’s physical appearance and his economic claims, highlighted the governor’s growing tensions with the president as the 2024 election approaches.
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Newsom Fires Back at Trump’s ‘Lies’ and Vanity
In response to President Trump’s recent appearance at Chequers and a subsequent Fox News interview, Governor Gavin Newsom didn’t hold back, calling Trump a “DOZY DON” and mocking his looks. Newsom, known for his sharp political style, used social media to call out Trump’s on-air lies, including his claim that “we won in 2020, big,” a frequent refrain from the former president. Newsom also targeted Trump’s appearance, referencing his “so-called ‘FCC chair’” Brendan Carr and urging regulators to take action against the president’s televised fabrications, similar to how comedian Jimmy Kimmel was censored for his controversial jokes.
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Trump’s Appearance Under Scrutiny
Beyond the political rhetoric, Trump’s physical appearance has become a focal point for critics. Newsom and others mocked the president’s makeup, which was visibly caked around his hands and bruises, and his swollen ankles during public appearances. These visual critiques were compounded by an “exhausted” look at a 9/11 memorial, contributing to a growing narrative about Trump’s declining physical state. Newsom’s commentary added to the spectacle, further fueling discussions about the president’s health and public image.
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Newsom Calls Out Trump’s Economic Claims
On the substance of Trump’s policies, Newsom didn’t pull punches either. Trump claimed that his administration’s tariffs and policies had “solved inflation” and “solved prices,” despite widespread evidence to the contrary. With inflation continuing to pressure households, especially in the areas of housing, transport, and food, Newsom blasted the president for offering empty promises about a booming economy. Trump’s repeated claims of “billions in new investment” were dismissed by Newsom as baseless, pointing out that voters were struggling with stagnant wages and rising costs, far from the economic recovery Trump touted.
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Comparing California’s Growth Model with Trump’s Vision
Newsom, who advocates for progressive policies in California, contrasted his state’s economic approach with Trump’s. While the president celebrated a brief feel-good moment on Fox News, Newsom framed the conversation as a “split screen,” where the president basked in media praise while Americans were facing rising economic pressures. The governor argued that Trump’s lofty rhetoric was merely a distraction from the real issues affecting working families, including the challenges of inflation and stagnant wages.
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A Call for Media Accountability
In his critique, Newsom also called on the media to hold Trump accountable, particularly when he makes unfounded claims during major interviews. The governor pointed out the hypocrisy of censoring late-night comedians for controversial remarks, while allowing the president to peddle misinformation without consequence. Newsom urged broadcasters to act as referees, ensuring that the most powerful man in the country isn’t allowed to mislead the public without scrutiny.