As violent anti-ICE riots erupted across Los Angeles on June 7, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom attended a high-end wine fundraiser in Napa Valley, raising questions about his leadership during a statewide crisis. According to a report by City Journal’s Christopher Rufo, Newsom was seen at the “Vineyard Vibes” event at the Odette Estate Winery, an upscale venue he co-founded in 2011.
Oscar-winning actor and director Mel Gibson sharply criticized California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for their response to the violent anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles, citing their repeated leadership failures during crises.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is lashing out at President Donald Trump following the arrest and removal of Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA) during a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) press conference in Los Angeles. The incident occurred Thursday when Padilla interrupted DHS Secretary Kristi Noem by shouting mid-conference, prompting federal agents to forcibly escort and handcuff him after he refused to comply.
Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Kelly Loeffler on Monday called on California Governor Gavin Newsom to request an official disaster declaration to unlock emergency relief for small businesses devastated by violent protests across Los Angeles. With looted stores, destroyed storefronts, and widespread vandalism, Loeffler warned that aid cannot be distributed until the state takes action.
reasury Secretary Scott Bessent sharply rebuked California Governor Gavin Newsom on June 8, warning that if Newsom withholds federal tax payments—citing California’s $80 billion net contribution versus receipts—it would amount to criminal tax evasion.
