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Newsom's Mixed Messages on Kirk Spark Controversy

11/2/2025

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On October 29, Megyn Kelly aired two clips of California Governor Gavin Newsom discussing Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA.
The first clip showed Newsom expressing enthusiasm about Kirk's influence on his son, and CNN later displayed a contrasting tone.
Natalie Sandoval of The Daily Caller highlights the inconsistency in Newsom's remarks.

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On October 29, Megyn Kelly aired two clips of California Governor Gavin Newsom discussing Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA.
The first clip showed Newsom expressing enthusiasm about Kirk's influence on his son, and CNN later displayed a contrasting tone.
Natalie Sandoval of The Daily Caller highlights the inconsistency in Newsom's remarks.