California Governor Gavin Newsom gestures while speaking, as he announces the Golden State Literacy Plan and deployment of literacy coaches statewide, at the Clinton Elementary School in Compton, California, U.S. June 5, 2025. (Reuters File)
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom didn’t hold back in a recent podcast interview, sharply criticizing President Donald Trump over his immigration policies and behavior, Vanity Fair reports.
Speaking on The Shawn Ryan Show, Newsom referred to Trump as a “son of a bitch,” citing the president’s decision to deploy the National Guard to Los Angeles and conduct ICE raids.
“They’re sitting there on horses with American flags, running through soccer fields, scaring kids,” Newsom said. “That’s what I don’t like about this son of a bitch. He calls me ‘Newscum.’ How do I explain that to my kid?”
Shawn Ryan: What do you think Trump’s doing wrong right now?
Me: Weakness masquerading as strength. That’s what I don’t like about this son of a bitch. pic.twitter.com/Egw66UZZhQ
— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) July 14, 2025
Newsom also criticized Vice President JD Vance, who recently visited California. In a post on X, Newsom accused Vance of avoiding policy debates, writing, “Probably to detain Mickey Mouse at this rate.” In response to another Newsom post about Vance at Disneyland, the vice president replied, “Had a great time, thanks.”
