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Father Slams Newsom for Ignoring Daughter's Crash Crisis

1/26/2026

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Marcus Coleman criticized Governor Gavin Newsom for ignoring his pleas for help after his daughter Dalilah suffered severe injuries in a crash caused by an illegal immigrant truck driver.
Coleman said Newsom's office gave no response despite multiple attempts to seek assistance.
Dalilah, now 7, is nonverbal and requires ongoing therapy.
Newsom's office said responsibility for the crash lies with the federal government.

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Marcus Coleman criticized Governor Gavin Newsom for ignoring his pleas for help after his daughter Dalilah suffered severe injuries in a crash caused by an illegal immigrant truck driver.
Coleman said Newsom's office gave no response despite multiple attempts to seek assistance.
Dalilah, now 7, is nonverbal and requires ongoing therapy.
Newsom's office said responsibility for the crash lies with the federal government.