White House attacks California Governor Gavin Newsom over reversal on anti-ICE rhetoric comments
The White House criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom as an 'inauthentic slimeball' after he attempted to backtrack on his staff's description of an ICE officer-involved shooting. Newsom initially described the incident as 'state-sponsored terrorism', before walking back the statement.
The White House has criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom, calling him an 'inauthentic slimeball', after he attempted to retract his staff's description of an ICE officer-involved shooting as a 'state-sponsored terror attack'. Newsom had initially defended the description but later walked back his comments amid backlash. The White House sees this move as a sign that Newsom is trying to escape accountability for his administration's actions. Newsom's decision has further strained relations between California and the federal government.
