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Kid Rock claps back at Gavin Newsom after the governor trolls Rock, Trump

Governor Newsom's office employed satirical AI-generated images and Trump-style posts on social media amid ongoing political rivalry and redistricting disputes ahead of 2026 elections.

  • California Governor Gavin Newsom mocked President Donald Trump on August 17-18 through tweets and AI images that spoofed Trump's social media style and posts.
  • Newsom's actions followed Trump's indecipherable 'Bela' post on August 17, which echoed Trump's earlier 'covfefe' gaffe and lacked explanation from the White House.
  • Newsom's press office used a Trump-style caption signed with Newsom's initials to criticize Trump, and also posted AI images portraying supporters and public figures satirically.
  • Kid Rock, who is aligned with Trump, responded on X by ridiculing Newsom with a reference to "DEEZ NUTZ" as the only form of backing he would offer, while online responses to Newsom’s posts were sharply divided.
  • Newsom's ongoing parody campaign highlights political tensions online and reflects broader disputes involving redistricting and partisan conflict in California and beyond.
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Alternet broke the news in Washington, United States on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
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