'Delusional tyrant': Gavin Newsom faces backlash as he claims Donald Trump 'wants to take us back to a pre-1960s world'

Gavin Newsom’s comments have ignited a fierce and significant backlash across social media platforms
California Governor Gavin Newsom recently stirred controversy with his pointed remarks about former President Donald Trump (Getty Images)
California Governor Gavin Newsom recently stirred controversy with his pointed remarks about former President Donald Trump (Getty Images)

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: California Governor Gavin Newsom recently stirred controversy with his pointed remarks about former President Donald Trump, accusing him of wanting to "take us back to a pre-1960s world," as per The Hill.

As a prominent figure in the Democratic Party and a potential contender to replace President Joe Biden, Newsom’s comments have ignited a fierce and significant backlash across social media platforms.

Gavin Newsom claims Donald Trump 'wants to take us back to a pre-1960s world'

Gavin Newsom has never been shy about expressing his views on Trump and other Republican leaders. On Thursday, July 4, Newsom criticized Trump, stating, "You got Donald Trump … wants to take us back to a pre-1960s world."

He elaborated that Trump’s policies aim to reverse progress in "voting rights, civil rights, LGBTQ rights," urging the nation not to let this happen. This statement, captured by Fox News and highlighted by Grabien News, reflects Newsom's staunch advocacy for progressive values and his commitment to counteracting Trump’s influence. 

Despite increasing speculation about Biden potentially withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, Newsom has remained a steadfast supporter of the President.

In a social media post, he emphasized that Biden "had our back" and it was time for Democrats to support him. This stance has only fueled speculation about Newsom’s own political future, as many see him as a possible successor should Biden step down.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to the media after his trial for allegedly covering up hush money payments at Manhattan Criminal Court on May 20, 2024 in New York City. Trump faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in the first of his criminal cases to go to trial. (Photo by Mark Peterson - Pool/Getty Images)
Gavin Newsom has never been shy about expressing his views on Donald Trump (Mark Peterson - Pool/Getty Images)

Other potential candidates include Governors Gretchen Whitmer, JB Pritzker, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, with Harris often viewed as the frontrunner.

Despite the ongoing debates, the White House remains adamant that Biden is not leaving the race. Biden himself reinforced this in a fundraising email, declaring, "I’m the Democratic Party’s nominee. No one is pushing me out. I’m not leaving, I’m in this race to the end, and WE are going to win this election."

This firm stance aims to quell the growing uncertainties surrounding Biden’s candidacy, especially following his shaky performance at a recent debate, which raised questions about his fitness for office.

Trump campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung dismissed Newsom's comments, saying, "Gavin Newscum has no idea what he’s talking about."

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 06: Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gavin Newsom speaks during electio
Despite increasing speculation about Joe Biden potentially withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, Gavin Newsom has remained a steadfast supporter of the President (Getty Images)

Gavin Newsom's remarks about Donald Trump spark backlash online

Gavin Newsom's comments about Trump sparked a wave of furious reactions on social media, with the online backlash being swift and harsh.

One Facebook user said, "1960s California was a hell of a lot better off than its current state of affairs under Newsom." While another remarked, "And Newsom take you to a dystopian hell….just look at CA….he lies, your eyes do not if you open them."

A user wrote, "Certainly better than the Dumpster Fire in California!!" Another user commented, "Before you go after President Trump, take a look around the cesspool you call California, Gavin.!!"

One user posted, "Says the man who singlehandedly turned CA into a dystopic, autocratic, left-wing sewer." Another user mentioned, "California is a train wreck, no other human has caused so much destruction of a once amazing state."

A user stated, "Ignore everything this delusional tyrant says. People are leaving California in record numbers." Lastly, a user said, "This guy is a Pelosi puppet. America is in big trouble with this polished bullshitter."

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