Bill Maher slams Gov. Gavin Newsom's memes, trolling and lawsuit as 'imitating' Trump
Bill Maher criticized California Gov. Gavin Newsom for imitating Donald Trump's style by using trolling, lawsuits, and sharp rhetoric on social media. Newsom argued that his approach is necessary to counter Trump's influence in a polarized political environment.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom was criticized by Bill Maher during an episode of 'Real Time with Bill Maher' for adopting a combative communication style, particularly on social media. Maher suggested Newsom's tactics, including trolling and lawsuits, mirror those associated with Donald Trump. Newsom is seen as a potential 2028 presidential contender. Maher pointed to Newsom's defamation lawsuit against Fox News as an example, comparing it to Trump's frequent legal battles with media organizations. Newsom argued his approach is intentional and designed to expose the excesses and misinformation of Trump-era politics. The debate highlights the discussion within Democratic circles on how to counter Trump's influence as the 2026 and 2028 election cycles approach.
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