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Newsom Calls Miller 'Fascist,' Sparks Political Firestorm

9/29/2025

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Newsom Labels Miller

California Gov. Gavin Newsom labeled Stephen Miller, the White House deputy chief of staff, a "fascist" on social media; the post drew over 24 million views.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) called it violent rhetoric.
Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Wis.) called it domestic terrorism, citing 18 U.S.C. § 2331.
Newsom's office responded defiantly; tensions with the Trump administration are rising.

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Trump Deploys Troops

President Trump authorized Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to deploy troops to protect Portland and ICE facilities.
The plan cites alleged attacks by Antifa and other groups.
Protests have included a guillotine outside an ICE facility.
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law prohibiting ICE agents from wearing masks; DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin condemned it as dangerous.

History

Historical Context

The Watts riots in 1965 exposed deep racial tensions in Los Angeles, prompting the National Guard's intervention to restore order. This unrest parallels contemporary conflicts, such as California Governor Gavin Newsom's confrontational stance against the Trump administration, reflecting ongoing struggles over civil rights and law enforcement that continue to shape state-federal relations and public safety policies in the U.S.

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Newsom Labels Miller

California Gov. Gavin Newsom labeled Stephen Miller, the White House deputy chief of staff, a "fascist" on social media; the post drew over 24 million views.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) called it violent rhetoric.
Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Wis.) called it domestic terrorism, citing 18 U.S.C. § 2331.
Newsom's office responded defiantly; tensions with the Trump administration are rising.

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