California Gov. Newsom Mocks Trump’s Weight Amid Military Fitness Debate

California Governor Gavin Newsom publicly mocked President Donald Trump's weight following Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's speech demanding stricter physical fitness standards in the U.S. military. Hegseth criticized the presence of "fat generals and admirals" and stressed the need for daily rigorous training and bi-annual fitness tests, aiming to uphold the "highest male standard" for combat roles. In response, Newsom shared unflattering images of Trump, including AI-generated visuals featuring the president with fast food, captioning that the "Commander in Chief needs to go." Newsom's remarks, delivered via social media posts with a tone mimicking Trump's style, further intensified political tensions amidst ongoing debates about fitness and leadership standards in the military. The White House has not responded directly to Newsom's jabs, while the Pentagon continues to push for enhanced military readiness and weapons production under the Trump administration. Newsom's actions are viewed within the broader context of his criticism of Trump and speculation about his own political ambitions.