California Gov. Newsom Criticizes Trump During South Carolina Tour

California Governor Gavin Newsom made a multi-stop visit to South Carolina, a key early primary state, where he criticized President Donald Trump's second-term agenda and rallied support for President Biden, signaling his potential 2028 presidential run. Newsom condemned what he described as a regression in America, targeting issues like voting rights, civil rights, and reproductive care, and urged voters to use the upcoming midterm elections to end Trump's presidency. His campaign-style tour, including engagements with voters in rural areas, drew a mixed reception, with local Republicans challenging him to debates and criticizing his focus away from California's ongoing crises. Newsom also engaged in sharp exchanges on social media with South Carolina Republicans, including Senator Lindsey Graham and Congresswoman Nancy Mace. Trump responded by calling Newsom one of the worst governors, while South Carolina GOP emphasized opposing Newsom's 'Crazy California agenda.' Despite the political jabs, Newsom portrayed himself as a fighter for equity and inclusion, appealing particularly to Black voters as part of his broader Democratic Party strategy.