The Newsom Daily

The Newsom Daily - May 2, 2026

Governor Gavin Newsom escalated his public dispute with podcaster Joe Rogan, calling him "chicken" and "worse than tofu" after Rogan referred to Newsom as a "con man" on his show.

Newsom vs. Rogan Feud Intensifies: The Governor responded to Rogan's recent criticism by mocking the podcaster for not inviting him on his show, saying Rogan is "too chicken" to have a direct conversation.

Pasadena Workforce Training Visit: Newsom visited Pasadena City College to highlight expanded construction trades programs aimed at supporting Los Angeles area rebuilding efforts following recent fires.

Gas Price Criticism: The Governor faces renewed scrutiny over California's high gasoline prices, with critics pointing to state policies as contributing factors.

Union Cash for Becerra: Top Newsom allies are directing significant union contributions toward Xavier Becerra amid speculation about future political positioning.

Western Energy Market Launch: The state announced a new regional energy market designed to reduce costs and strengthen California's electric grid reliability.

Left vs Right: Right-leaning outlets are emphasizing Newsom's role in high gas prices and portraying his Rogan comments as unprofessional attacks. Center and unrated sources are focusing more neutrally on the substance of both the Rogan exchange and Newsom's policy visits, presenting the feud as a back-and-forth between two public figures.

California's political landscape continues evolving as 2026 unfolds.