Trump, Newsom and California

Trump and California governor Gavin Newsom fight over Los Angeles wildfire aid
Days into his new administration, Donald Trump is locked in a wrestling match with a familiar foe, the California governor, Gavin Newsom. And despite the high stakes in the wake of the wildfires that have devastated Los Angeles, neither man is showing any sign of backing down.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom to crash Trump’s arrival to tour LA fire damage
Although not publicly invited by Trump, Newsom said he will be at the airport with the red carpet to welcome the newly sworn-in president.
Trump snubs Newsom ahead of California visit
Slated to attend a briefing with Trump on Friday afternoon is: Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, who has come under fierce criticism in the wake of the fires, and eight members of Congress representing California, as well as Richard Grenell, the presidential envoy for special missions, and first lady Melania Trump — but no Newsom.
California Gov. Newsom hasn't been told yet whether to join Trump for the president's wildfires stop
In recent weeks, Trump and his allies — notably billionaire Elon Musk on his X platform — have attacked Newsom's leadership and at times promoted misinformation about California's response. And House Speaker Mike Johnson has suggested there should be conditions on federal wildfire aid to force changes in California.
Trump Heads to Fire-Ravaged California With Newsom in Crosshairs
California Governor Gavin Newsom greeted Donald Trump’s inauguration Monday with a gesture of conciliation toward the new president, noting the need for partnership and mutual respect.
‘I told him’: Donald Trump blasts Gavin Newsom as California wildfires rage
President Trump has slammed California Governor Gavin Newsom for mismanaging the state ahead of the devastating wildfires.
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