California Governor Gavin Newsom launched a blistering attack on President Donald Trump’s mental fitness, claiming the President is “not all there” as tensions escalate over federal troop deployments in Los Angeles.
At a Glance
- Governor Newsom claimed Trump is “not all there” and “not the same person” he dealt with four years ago
- Newsom accused Trump of fabricating claims about National Guard and Marine deployments to Los Angeles
- The conflict stems from Trump’s decision to send federal troops to address unrest in Los Angeles
- Newsom called Trump’s actions an “abuse of power” and questioned the legality of his troop deployments
- Despite criticizing Trump’s mental state, Newsom has defended President Biden against similar age-related concerns
Newsom Questions Trump’s Mental Capacity
In a series of pointed comments, California Governor Gavin Newsom has directly challenged President Donald Trump’s mental fitness, escalating their ongoing political feud. Speaking to various media outlets, Newsom portrayed Trump as mentally diminished and unable to maintain coherent thoughts. The California Governor’s comments represent one of the most direct attacks on Trump’s cognitive abilities from a prominent Democratic figure in recent months.
Conflict Over Federal Response in Los Angeles
The heated exchange centers on Trump’s decision to deploy federal troops to Los Angeles following unrest related to immigration enforcement operations. Newsom condemned the action as unnecessary and potentially illegal, particularly regarding Trump’s claims about sending Marines for domestic law enforcement purposes. The Governor has characterized these deployments as a “brazen abuse of power” that exceeds constitutional boundaries.
“They weren’t even deployed and he claimed victory. He’s lost it. He hasn’t lost a step – and I saw him trip on the steps today. This is serious. He is not the same person that I dealt with just four years ago. He’s incapable of even a train of thought. He’s making things up,” stated Gavin Newsom.
Trump has responded by using the derogatory nickname “Gavin Newscum” and asserting that the Governor lost control of the situation in Los Angeles, necessitating federal intervention. The back-and-forth has intensified as both leaders stake out opposing positions on immigration enforcement and states’ rights to manage their own affairs without federal intrusion.
Accusations of Fabrication and Dishonesty
Newsom has accused Trump of fabricating details about their communications and the events surrounding the Los Angeles situation. In particularly strong language, the Governor called Trump a “stone-cold liar” and invoked his deceased parents to emphasize his conviction that Trump was being dishonest about their interactions. These personal accusations have added another dimension to what was already a contentious political disagreement.
“He lied, on my mother and dad’s grave,” Newsom said on The New York Times podcast. “I don’t mess around when I say this. He lied. Stone cold liar.”
The dispute reveals the increasingly personal nature of political conflicts in today’s environment. Newsom described a confusing sequence where Trump appeared cordial in direct conversation but quickly reverted to hostility and name-calling afterward. “Then I talked to the President. Hours later, to your point, I wake up, and I’m Newscum again,” Newsom recounted, highlighting the unpredictable nature of his communications with Trump.
Different Standards for Biden and Trump
Political observers have noted that Newsom’s criticism of Trump’s mental fitness stands in contrast to his defense of President Biden against similar concerns. While some Democrats have privately expressed worry about Biden’s age-related cognitive issues, Newsom has publicly supported Biden, describing his experience as an asset rather than a liability. This apparent inconsistency has provided ammunition for Trump supporters who accuse Democrats of applying different standards to political allies versus opponents.
The White House has not officially responded to requests for comment on the escalating war of words between Newsom and Trump, even as the dispute threatens to further polarize an already divided electorate. With federal courts now weighing in on the legality of Trump’s troop deployments, the conflict appears likely to continue as both sides remain firmly entrenched in their positions.
