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Newsom Declares: Democracy Under Assault Amid Civil Disorder

6/11/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom confronted the escalating civil disorder in Los Angeles, delivering a powerful message to the nation. He urged Democrats to recognize the looming threat of President Trump, declaring, “Democracy is under assault right before our eyes,” as he stepped up as a champion for democratic values in these turbulent times.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom confronted the escalating civil disorder in Los Angeles, delivering a powerful message to the nation. He urged Democrats to recognize the looming threat of President Trump, declaring, “Democracy is under assault right before our eyes,” as he stepped up as a champion for democratic values in these turbulent times.