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Trump Slams Newsom, Sparks Public Feud Over Claims

8/28/2025

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President Trump labeled California Governor Gavin Newsom as "incompetent" and made unusual comments about his gestures during a cabinet meeting.
Trump asserted that military intervention was needed for California's water supply, a claim denied by state officials.
Newsom suggested Trump might have dementia, citing an AI chatbot's validation of his repetitive falsehoods.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore disputed Trump's assertion that he called him "the greatest president," sparking a public disagreement.

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President Trump labeled California Governor Gavin Newsom as "incompetent" and made unusual comments about his gestures during a cabinet meeting.
Trump asserted that military intervention was needed for California's water supply, a claim denied by state officials.
Newsom suggested Trump might have dementia, citing an AI chatbot's validation of his repetitive falsehoods.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore disputed Trump's assertion that he called him "the greatest president," sparking a public disagreement.