California Governor Gavin Newsom Eyes 2028 Presidential Run

Governor of California Gavin Newsom has hinted at a potential presidential run in 2028. During an interview with CBS News Sunday Morning, he stated that he would be dishonest if he said he wasn't considering it. His current term ends in January 2027, and due to term limits, he cannot run for governor again. However, he emphasized that any decision about a presidential run is still far off.

Criticism and Response

Newsom has been a vocal critic of the Trump administration, using his social media platforms and pushing for a ballot measure to increase Democratic congressional seats. This has made him a target for critics, including Donald Trump's former secretary of transportation, Sean Duffy. Duffy accused Newsom of not caring about Californians and threatened to pull federal funds from the state. Newsom's office responded by highlighting the state's lower fatal crash rate for commercial drivers compared to the national average and other states like Texas.

Polling Data

A CBS poll conducted earlier this month showed that 72% of Democrats and 48% of all registered voters believe Newsom should run for president in 2028. Newsom's favorability ratings have improved since Trump took office, with an average of 33.5% compared to his previous average of about 30%. His unfavorability has also decreased from over 40% to 38.4%.

Personal Struggles and Aspirations

Newsom has been open about his struggles with dyslexia, which he was diagnosed with at the age of five. He mentioned this during a trip to several battleground states, saying that his past challenges make the idea of a presidential run even more extraordinary. He expressed excitement about seeing who will present themselves as candidates in 2028 and who will meet the moment.