After eight years as lieutenant-governor, in 2018 he was elected to California’s top job. He breezed past a recall effort in 2021 (which tried to capitalise on Mr Newsom’s visit to the French Laundry, a posh restaurant in Napa Valley, during covid lockdowns) and won re-election in 2022.

CNN’s chief data analyst Harry Enten said that California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s name has been searched more than “ever before” since the governor has feuded with President Donald Trump over the immigration protests across Los Angeles.

Former White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney says California Governor Gavin Newsom is “desperate” to get his name recognised so he can run for President of the United States in 2028.

California Governor Gavin Newsom didn't mince words when he shared sharp opinions on the military parade that falls on Donald Trump's birthday.

The governor's press office has been in overdrive, posting memes mocking critics and comparing Trump to a Star Wars villain.

The California governor has leaned into opposing Trump’s actions in Los Angeles. The politics are tricky for potential 2028 presidential candidates.

California’s Governor, already considered a 2028 Democratic presidential contender, has embraced the role of Trump adversary.

I think we’re just really frustrated that he didn’t make the effort to come here,” said a 17-year-old high school student.

Gov. Gavin Newsom has clashed with several GOP officials over the hostile LA protests from Vice President JD Vance to U.S. Senator Tom Cotton.

President Trump craves attention and will stoop to any depth to grab it — even pour gasoline on a kindling fire in Los Angeles. But this time he unwittingly provided priceless attention for an adversary.