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Newsom Slams Trump's Rhetoric as Threat to Civil Rights

10/29/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom labeled U.S. President Donald Trump's 'anti-woke' rhetoric as 'anti-Black' and said it threatens civil rights and historical truths.
He cited a court ruling that reinstated removed government webpages on gender identity and diversity initiatives as evidence of the risks of Trump's approach.
Amid ongoing government shutdowns, Newsom warned of sharp cuts to food assistance and healthcare in California, with potential harm to vulnerable residents.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom labeled U.S. President Donald Trump's 'anti-woke' rhetoric as 'anti-Black' and said it threatens civil rights and historical truths.
He cited a court ruling that reinstated removed government webpages on gender identity and diversity initiatives as evidence of the risks of Trump's approach.
Amid ongoing government shutdowns, Newsom warned of sharp cuts to food assistance and healthcare in California, with potential harm to vulnerable residents.