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Newsom Critiques Trump, Sparks 2028 Presidential Speculation

3/7/2026

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Gavin Newsom spoke at the JFK Presidential Library in Boston after attending Jesse Jackson's funeral in Chicago.
He criticized U.S. President Donald Trump, calling his presidency a "wrecking-ball" and urging vigilance against destructive politics.
The event drew over 500 attendees, including John Kerry, and featured a call for political action.
Newsom did not confirm his 2028 presidential ambitions, but audience members expressed support for his potential candidacy.

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Gavin Newsom spoke at the JFK Presidential Library in Boston after attending Jesse Jackson's funeral in Chicago.
He criticized U.S. President Donald Trump, calling his presidency a "wrecking-ball" and urging vigilance against destructive politics.
The event drew over 500 attendees, including John Kerry, and featured a call for political action.
Newsom did not confirm his 2028 presidential ambitions, but audience members expressed support for his potential candidacy.