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Newsom Warns Trump's Tariffs Threaten California's Economy

5/13/2025

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Newsom Critiques Tariffs

California Governor Gavin Newsom took to Fox News to slam Trump’s tariffs, cautioning that they jeopardize the state's booming economy, now ranked fourth globally. He called for stable trade policies. In the backdrop, fluctuating approval ratings for Democrats Kamala Harris and Karen Bass loom large, as voter discontent grows, casting shadows on their gubernatorial aspirations.

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Newsom Prepares Presidency

California Governor Gavin Newsom is gearing up for a possible 2028 presidential bid, recalibrating his image to attract moderate voters. In response to the escalating homelessness crisis, he has unveiled plans to dismantle encampments, signaling a shift to the right. Meanwhile, Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett suggested that donors are leaning towards a "safest white boy" candidate, likely alluding to Newsom.

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Newsom Critiques Tariffs

California Governor Gavin Newsom took to Fox News to slam Trump’s tariffs, cautioning that they jeopardize the state's booming economy, now ranked fourth globally. He called for stable trade policies. In the backdrop, fluctuating approval ratings for Democrats Kamala Harris and Karen Bass loom large, as voter discontent grows, casting shadows on their gubernatorial aspirations.

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