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Newsom Dismisses 2028 Run Amid Biden Criticism

11/3/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom said he does not want to run for president in 2028.
He says his focus is on California's redistricting and the 2026 midterm elections.
Newsom expressed skepticism about the Department of Justice's fairness.
He criticized President Biden's performance after a fundraiser where Biden failed to recognize George Clooney.
Newsom's remarks may indicate a candidacy as he navigates the Democratic Party's challenges ahead of the 2028 election.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom said he does not want to run for president in 2028.
He says his focus is on California's redistricting and the 2026 midterm elections.
Newsom expressed skepticism about the Department of Justice's fairness.
He criticized President Biden's performance after a fundraiser where Biden failed to recognize George Clooney.
Newsom's remarks may indicate a candidacy as he navigates the Democratic Party's challenges ahead of the 2028 election.