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Newsom Accuses Trump of Canceling Davos Interview Amid Escalating Political Feud
Gov. Newsom said the Trump administration pressured the U.S. pavilion to cancel his event, which was set to include major corporate attendees like Microsoft, calling it an effort to stifle dissent.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom claimed he was denied access to an official venue at the World Economic Forum, citing pressure from the White House and State Department.
- Newsom alleged that Trump ensured his cancellation of a scheduled media appearance, calling it authoritarian behavior.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized Newsom's economic policies, implying they fail to address California's homelessness crisis.
- Trump stated he would assist Newsom if needed, while Newsom appeared amused during Trump's remarks.
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Newsom, on world stage, accuses Trump of trying to suppress dissent
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday morning said he was not surprised the Trump administration blocked his appearance at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland the day before, saying it was another example of an unhinged president trying to stifle dissent.
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Pres. Trump has Gavin Newsom Removed From World Economic Forum Conference at Davos
California Governor Gavin Newsom attended the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, in January 2026, where he criticized international leaders for what he described as excessive deference to President Donald Trump. During remarks to reporters on the sidelines of the event, Newsom urged global figures to "stand tall and firm" and "have a backbone" rather than engage in...
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