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Trump Mocks Newsom's Dyslexia; Governor Calls It a "Superpower"

3/18/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump mocked California Governor Gavin Newsom by suggesting Newsom's dyslexia disqualifies him from presidential candidacy, calling him a "low-IQ person" and saying he has "mental problems".
Newsom discusses his dyslexia, a learning disorder affecting about 20% of the population.
He says the condition is a "superpower" that has driven him to work harder in his political career.
Trump's history of mocking individuals with disabilities has drawn criticism.

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U.S. President Donald Trump mocked California Governor Gavin Newsom by suggesting Newsom's dyslexia disqualifies him from presidential candidacy, calling him a "low-IQ person" and saying he has "mental problems".
Newsom discusses his dyslexia, a learning disorder affecting about 20% of the population.
He says the condition is a "superpower" that has driven him to work harder in his political career.
Trump's history of mocking individuals with disabilities has drawn criticism.