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Newsom's Approval Plummets Amid 2028 Presidential Race

8/20/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom's approval rating has dropped, showing a 22.2-point unfavorable rating (49.2% to 27%).
He currently ranks third in the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination polls at 13.1%, behind Kamala Harris and Pete Buttigieg.
Critics claim Newsom's focus on mocking Trump diverts attention from critical issues in California.
His social media approach is viewed as immature, potentially alienating voters.

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Story summary

California Governor Gavin Newsom's approval rating has dropped, showing a 22.2-point unfavorable rating (49.2% to 27%).
He currently ranks third in the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination polls at 13.1%, behind Kamala Harris and Pete Buttigieg.
Critics claim Newsom's focus on mocking Trump diverts attention from critical issues in California.
His social media approach is viewed as immature, potentially alienating voters.