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Newsom Defends Social Media Tactics Against Trump’s Madness

11/3/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom defended his social media tactics against U.S. President Donald Trump in an NBC interview, arguing mimicry counters the normalization of Trump's 'madness'.
He said the political landscape has changed, 'The rules of the game have changed,' and a strategic approach is needed to address crises.
Newsom says he would prefer higher standards, but urgency requires adaptation, signaling a shift in Democratic messaging ahead of presidential election.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom defended his social media tactics against U.S. President Donald Trump in an NBC interview, arguing mimicry counters the normalization of Trump's 'madness'.
He said the political landscape has changed, 'The rules of the game have changed,' and a strategic approach is needed to address crises.
Newsom says he would prefer higher standards, but urgency requires adaptation, signaling a shift in Democratic messaging ahead of presidential election.