‘I could see myself stepping into that void’: Gavin Newsom on fighting Trump and running in 2028
Gavin Newsom discussed the 2024 electoral loss by the Democrats to Donald Trump, attributing it to missteps and a need for the party to appeal beyond its base. He argued the Democrats should be less judgmental and more pragmatic to broaden support.
Newsom also outlined his views on how to recalibrate the Democratic message and governance approach to regain competitiveness in national politics, emphasizing concern about unity, policy clarity, and appealing to working-class voters.
He addressed the possibility of a 2028 presidential bid, acknowledging that he could see himself running and that he is considering how to position himself for a potential campaign, though he did not commit to specific plans at this time.