Newsom’s Refusal To Work With Trump Highlights 2028 Presidential Ambitions

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) has called a special legislative session to prepare for legal battles with President Donald Trump’s incoming administration. Critics say this is yet another sign that Newsom has no intention of working with Trump and is instead focused on his own political ambitions.

The session, which begins December 2, will focus on defending California’s progressive policies. “California is ready to fight,” Newsom said, pledging to safeguard the state’s laws on climate, immigration, and civil rights. However, this preemptive opposition has sparked backlash, with conservatives labeling it as partisan posturing.

Newsom’s combative stance comes as many speculate he is preparing for a 2028 presidential bid. By targeting Trump, the governor appears to be pandering to California’s most extreme left-wing voters rather than addressing the state’s significant issues, such as rampant homelessness, unaffordable housing, and out-of-control crime.

Attorney General Rob Bonta has joined Newsom in promising to resist Trump. “We’ve been through this before, and we stand ready to defend your rights,” Bonta said. However, critics argue that California could greatly benefit from the incoming administration’s America First policies, including job creation and stricter border enforcement.

Refusing to collaborate with Washington may leave California out of opportunities to improve its economy and infrastructure. Trump’s policies, which prioritize reducing red tape and supporting American workers, could help address some of the state’s most pressing concerns.

For conservatives, Newsom’s decision to focus on fighting Trump rather than finding common ground is a clear indication that he is using his office as a stepping stone for higher ambitions. His unwillingness to cooperate with the federal government, they argue, ultimately hurts Californians.

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