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James Woods Slams Newsom Over Wildfire Mismanagement

12/16/2025

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Actor James Woods criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom, saying his rising profile hides a poor wildfire record and does not reflect true competence.
Woods called Newsom a "slick grifter" and argued that state failures, not climate change, caused recent wildfires.
He said neglect of land creates ignition risk and accused Newsom of deflecting accountability.
Woods cited San Francisco's "notorious poop map" to say deteriorating conditions were tolerated by leadership until dignitaries visited.

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Actor James Woods criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom, saying his rising profile hides a poor wildfire record and does not reflect true competence.
Woods called Newsom a "slick grifter" and argued that state failures, not climate change, caused recent wildfires.
He said neglect of land creates ignition risk and accused Newsom of deflecting accountability.
Woods cited San Francisco's "notorious poop map" to say deteriorating conditions were tolerated by leadership until dignitaries visited.