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Newsom Mocks Trump Amid Budget Crisis and Controversies
1/2/2026
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- In early 2026, California Governor Gavin Newsom mocked Republicans on social media, including U.S. President Donald Trump.
- His office altered images in response to criticisms about healthcare for undocumented immigrants.
- In 2025, Newsom faced an $18 billion budget deficit.
- He sought $33.9 billion in federal aid.
- Newsom's relationship with Trump soured after the Pentagon took control of the California National Guard.
