The Newsom Daily

Governor Gavin Newsom appeared on Bill Maher's "Real Time" this week, generating significant media coverage and political commentary.

Newsom-Maher Interview Sparks Reactions: Newsom discussed his ongoing legal action against Fox News and his political rivalry with Ron DeSantis during his appearance on HBO's "Real Time with Bill Maher."

Trump Responds to Maher Interview: Former President Trump criticized both Maher and Newsom following the interview, calling Maher "weak" and "totally deficient" in social media posts.

Housing Mandate Enforcement: Newsom issued warnings to 15 California cities regarding compliance with state housing mandates, threatening potential consequences for non-compliance.

Governor Race Competition: State Superintendent Tony Thurmond indicated he should not be discounted in the upcoming California gubernatorial race, stating "it's never too late" for his candidacy.

Clean Energy and Tesla Semi: Reports suggest Newsom may need to utilize Tesla's electric semi trucks to support California's clean energy initiatives, despite previous skepticism from Bill Gates about the vehicles' practicality.

Left vs Right: Left-leaning outlets focused on Trump's critical response to the Maher interview, characterizing his reaction as a "meltdown." Right-leaning sources emphasized questions about Newsom's credibility and highlighted contrasting accounts of his interactions with DeSantis, while also amplifying Trump's criticisms of both Newsom and Maher.

Another day of national political attention for California's governor as the 2026 race heats up.