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S.E. Cupp: Newsom Weakens Democrats, Defends California's Strengths

3/31/2026

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S. E. Cupp, a conservative commentator, criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom as a poor presidential choice for the Democratic Party on CNN.
She argued Newsom's leadership has hurt California's reputation and said another "California coastal liberal" would not benefit the party.
Newsom defended California's strengths, saying he would embrace the state's achievements despite recent challenges, including a tarnished image for San Francisco.

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S. E. Cupp, a conservative commentator, criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom as a poor presidential choice for the Democratic Party on CNN.
She argued Newsom's leadership has hurt California's reputation and said another "California coastal liberal" would not benefit the party.
Newsom defended California's strengths, saying he would embrace the state's achievements despite recent challenges, including a tarnished image for San Francisco.