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Newsom Embraces Trump's Meme Tactics to Combat Normalization

11/4/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) says his meme-driven posts mirror U.S. President Donald Trump’s behavior to curb Trump’s normalization.
He criticizes Trump's antics, such as dressing as the Pope and placing his face on Mount Rushmore.
Newsom has adopted a similar online style, sharing AI-generated image of himself in a Star Wars outfit.
He warns next presidential election could resemble a 'Putin election' if his party does not act.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) says his meme-driven posts mirror U.S. President Donald Trump’s behavior to curb Trump’s normalization.
He criticizes Trump's antics, such as dressing as the Pope and placing his face on Mount Rushmore.
Newsom has adopted a similar online style, sharing AI-generated image of himself in a Star Wars outfit.
He warns next presidential election could resemble a 'Putin election' if his party does not act.