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Stephen A. Smith Slams Newsom for Trump Critique Abroad

1/22/2026

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Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for disparaging U.S. President Donald Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Smith argued Newsom can express his views on U.S. soil, but criticizing the president abroad is unacceptable.
Smith said Newsom refused to appear on his show and he wants to hold the governor accountable as a potential 2028 presidential candidate.

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Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for disparaging U.S. President Donald Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Smith argued Newsom can express his views on U.S. soil, but criticizing the president abroad is unacceptable.
Smith said Newsom refused to appear on his show and he wants to hold the governor accountable as a potential 2028 presidential candidate.