Newsom Gets a Brutal Wake-Up Call From Bill Maher: ‘You Sound Exactly Like Him’
California Governor Gavin Newsom faced sharp criticism from Bill Maher during an appearance on 'Real Time with Bill Maher,' where he was accused of mimicking Donald Trump's confrontational style. Maher challenged Newsom on his lawsuits against media outlets and his defense of California's economic performance despite widespread issues like high gas prices and housing costs. The exchange highlighted growing scrutiny over Newsom's leadership and signature projects, including the state's troubled high-speed rail initiative.
- ▪Bill Maher confronted Gavin Newsom for imitating Donald Trump's rhetoric and tactics, particularly in suing media outlets like Fox.
- ▪Maher criticized California's economic conditions under Newsom, citing high gas prices, soaring rents, and mass homelessness.
- ▪The state's high-speed rail project, with a projected cost of up to $231 billion, was singled out by Maher as a failing endeavor with no tracks laid.
- ▪Newsom defended his record by pointing to California's status as the fourth-largest economy in the world.
- ▪The interview has drawn significant attention, with some observers suggesting it damaged Newsom's national political prospects.
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Newsom Gets a Brutal Wake-Up Call From Bill Maher: ‘You Sound Exactly Like Him’ By Bob Hoge | 9:10 AM on May 03, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/ Tony Avelar California Governor Gavin Newsom doesn’t seem to have an ounce of humor in his soul, and his “jokes” and social media presence are usually cringe-inducing and just make you shake your head. Trump, on the other hand, was blessed with the gift of comedy — and love him or hate him, it’s hard to argue that he doesn’t have timing and storytelling down to an art form.
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