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Newsom Bans Kid Rock Over Controversial Workout Video

2/22/2026

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California Governor Gavin Newsom announced he is banning Kid Rock from California after a controversial workout video with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Newsom called the video creepy and inappropriate for children and mocked Kid Rock's pushup form.
The video, posted on social media, shows the two doing gym activities and prompted ridicule.
The feud continues, with Newsom previously mocking U.S. President Donald Trump.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom announced he is banning Kid Rock from California after a controversial workout video with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Newsom called the video creepy and inappropriate for children and mocked Kid Rock's pushup form.
The video, posted on social media, shows the two doing gym activities and prompted ridicule.
The feud continues, with Newsom previously mocking U.S. President Donald Trump.