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Newsom Slams Trump: Dementia Jibes and Water Dispute

9/5/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized President Trump, labeling him a "bumbling idiot" and suggesting possible dementia.
Trump accused Newsom of blocking water from the Pacific Northwest, which Newsom's office denied, citing sufficient water in Southern California.
Newsom mocked Trump on social media, sharing AI chatbot responses about dementia and pointing out Trump's physical errors.
CNN fact-checked Trump's claims, confirming Newsom did not refuse a water restoration declaration.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized President Trump, labeling him a "bumbling idiot" and suggesting possible dementia.
Trump accused Newsom of blocking water from the Pacific Northwest, which Newsom's office denied, citing sufficient water in Southern California.
Newsom mocked Trump on social media, sharing AI chatbot responses about dementia and pointing out Trump's physical errors.
CNN fact-checked Trump's claims, confirming Newsom did not refuse a water restoration declaration.