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Trump and Newsom's Friendly Face-off Turns Sour

1/23/2026

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At the World Economic Forum in Davos, U.S. President Donald Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom had a seemingly friendly encounter despite their history of insults.
Trump praised Gavin Newsom, calling him a "good guy," but later criticized him on social media.
Gavin Newsom labeled U.S. President Donald Trump an "invasive species" and accused him of prioritizing personal gain, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent mocked Newsom's comments.

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Story summary

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, U.S. President Donald Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom had a seemingly friendly encounter despite their history of insults.
Trump praised Gavin Newsom, calling him a "good guy," but later criticized him on social media.
Gavin Newsom labeled U.S. President Donald Trump an "invasive species" and accused him of prioritizing personal gain, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent mocked Newsom's comments.