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Newsom Slams Trump: High Crime Tied to GOP States

8/16/2025

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom criticized President Trump for federal actions in Washington, D.C.
He pointed out high crime rates in Republican-led cities, including Shreveport, Louisiana.
Newsom noted that eight of the ten states with the highest murder rates are under Republican control.
He labeled Trump's actions as authoritarian and called for a strong response from California.

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom criticized President Trump for federal actions in Washington, D.C.
He pointed out high crime rates in Republican-led cities, including Shreveport, Louisiana.
Newsom noted that eight of the ten states with the highest murder rates are under Republican control.
He labeled Trump's actions as authoritarian and called for a strong response from California.