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Trump's Mockery of Newsom Sparks Outrage and Condemnation

3/20/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump mocked California Governor Gavin Newsom's learning disability during a White House appearance.
Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the wife of California Governor Gavin Newsom, called the remarks extremely ignorant and offensive.
The National Center for Learning Disabilities condemned the comments as factually and morally incorrect.
Newsom urged children with learning disabilities to view their condition as a strength.

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U.S. President Donald Trump mocked California Governor Gavin Newsom's learning disability during a White House appearance.
Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the wife of California Governor Gavin Newsom, called the remarks extremely ignorant and offensive.
The National Center for Learning Disabilities condemned the comments as factually and morally incorrect.
Newsom urged children with learning disabilities to view their condition as a strength.