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Newsom Warns Democrats: Engage Young Voters Through Gaming

10/4/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom streamed Fortnite with ConnorEatsPants, discussing politics and pop culture.
He warned Democrats risk losing young male voters and urged better engagement.
He said he wants more video game streams and possibly TwitchCon.
The interview briefly touched transgender athletes and Israel; Newsom then met the San Francisco Chronicle Editorial Board about a gerrymandering ballot measure.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom streamed Fortnite with ConnorEatsPants, discussing politics and pop culture.
He warned Democrats risk losing young male voters and urged better engagement.
He said he wants more video game streams and possibly TwitchCon.
The interview briefly touched transgender athletes and Israel; Newsom then met the San Francisco Chronicle Editorial Board about a gerrymandering ballot measure.