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Newsom Suspends Kid Rock Over Controversial Music Feud

9/23/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom said he would indefinitely suspend Kid Rock from performing in California for his horrific music.
The notice appeared in a satirical post on X, sparking debate.
The feud began after Newsom posted an AI-generated image of Kid Rock.
The move follows Jimmy Kimmel's show suspension after Trump remarks; Newsom has mocked right-wing figures through social media.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom said he would indefinitely suspend Kid Rock from performing in California for his horrific music.
The notice appeared in a satirical post on X, sparking debate.
The feud began after Newsom posted an AI-generated image of Kid Rock.
The move follows Jimmy Kimmel's show suspension after Trump remarks; Newsom has mocked right-wing figures through social media.