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California Voters Criticize Gavin Newsom’s 2028 Presidential Bid Amid $30 Billion High-Speed Rail Delays and 23,100 Job Losses

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Updated May 10, 2025, 12:48 AM

California Governor Gavin Newsom has launched a new website aimed at debunking conspiracy theories and addressing criticisms related to his governance. However, the initiative has drawn scrutiny amid ongoing challenges in the state, including the loss of 23,100 fast food jobs and persistent issues with homelessness, high gas prices, and failing schools. A recent Los Angeles Times poll indicates that a majority of California voters believe Newsom is more focused on his 2028 presidential bid and his podcast than on managing state affairs. Newsom has also faced criticism over the state's high-speed rail project, which has spent $30 billion over more than a decade without laying any track, with projections now suggesting partial completion may not occur before 2045.

Despite this, his office contends that California's high-speed rail is ahead of Texas's, which has yet to begin construction. Critics argue that Newsom's policies have negatively impacted California's economy and infrastructure, with calls for him to prioritize state governance. The 2021 failed recall effort against Newsom has been cited as a source of funding for his presidential campaign and related advertising. Commentary from various sources emphasizes that Newsom must address state issues before pursuing national ambitions.

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Progressive journalist says Newsom must take 'accountability' for how he 'destroyed' California https://t.co/zOJTpn7TxS

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NEWSOM DESTROYED CA NOW HE WANTS TO RUN FOR PRESIDENT? “HIS POLICIES ARE REALLY DANGEROUS!” Tom Del Beccaro discusses Newsom’s politics and how they are destroying the state of CA! “He’s been a big government guy all the way down the line!” @AmandaHead @jsolomonReports https://t.co/IpBGxhod7S

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ICYMI: How California's High-Speed Rail Progress Compares To Texas "What's the main difference between California high-speed rail and Texas high-speed rail? California's system is under construction; Texas' has yet to break ground” https://t.co/ekRYDcahKr