California Governor Gavin Newsom Fires Back at Trump's Claims
California Governor Gavin Newsom didn't hold back after former President Donald Trump launched a new tirade on social media this week. The target? Newsom and his policies. The response? Let's just say it was memorable. Newsom's team suggested Trump should "take his dementia meds," sparking a flurry of reactions online.
The back-and-forth began when Trump criticized a supposed plan to build low-income housing in the Pacific Palisades and repeated debunked claims about California's wildfire response. He took to his social media platform to voice his concerns, prompting a quick and sharp response from Newsom's press office.
"Take your dementia meds, grandpa. You are making things up again," Newsom's team tweeted, directly addressing Trump. The tweet also included a link to a fact-checking article that debunked Trump's claims about housing permits and the state's wildfire management.
What Sparked the Exchange?
According to Newsom's office, there's no state effort specifically targeting new low-income housing in the Pacific Palisades. They referenced a Los Angeles Times article addressing similar false claims. The team also clarified that the governor doesn't issue housing permits at the federal level, since that's simply untrue.
This isn't the first time Newsom has clashed with Trump. The California governor has become known for his pointed social media posts that often mock Trump's communication style and policies.
Pritzker Joins the Conversation
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker also weighed in, echoing concerns about Trump's statements. "I have said before that you can't take anything he says seriously from one day to the next," Pritzker told reporters, suggesting that Trump sometimes forgets things. Pritzker's comments came after Trump threatened to deploy the National Guard to Chicago due to the governor's refusal to cooperate with the administration's immigration crackdown.
The White House, however, dismissed the Democratic governors' accusations, calling Newsom and Pritzker "stupid" and accusing them of suffering from "Trump Derangement Syndrome."
Concerns About Trump's Health
The health of the former president has been a recurring topic of discussion. Recent observations of bruising, a "droopy" face, and apparent forgetfulness have fueled speculation. While the White House has downplayed these concerns, the scrutiny continues.
This latest exchange highlights the ongoing political tensions and the often-heated rhetoric between leading figures in American politics. It remains to be seen how this feud will develop, but one thing's for sure: it's captured the attention of the nation.
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