California Gov. Gavin Newsom has confirmed that he will attend the major global climate summit, which the Trump administration is refusing to send representatives to.
Newsom, widely touted as a potential Democratic 2028 presidential candidate, will be stepping in as the 79-year-old Trump stays away from the United Nations climate conference in Brazil, COP30, on Friday.
Smart decision. While Trump is pouting and watching TV at home, Newsom gets to look very presidential while engaging with other leaders on serious issues.
kittyDame on
While the President acts like a sulking spoiled brat, real leaders take the initiative and take care of business. May we never have a crybaby as President again
bsport48 on
This guy might single-handedly be able to take Trump on.
Grey_0ne on
Whether you like him or not; him and AOC are the only two people (this side of fascism) who have a remote shot at the White House that are actually out there resisting and putting in face time.
SimTheWorld on
Time for our politicians to work. No time for more tantrums from Dementia Don!
_grandfather_trout_ on
It makes sense, California is the largest sub-national economy in the world, and on its own would rank globally as number 4 or 5, so it’s reasonable to be represented there.
Also, the TV coverage will drive Trump insane.
ShinePretend3772 on
Man those ppl dodged a bullet. A incoherent, hateful bullet. Even if you don’t like what Newsom is saying, he can string a sentence together. Probably won’t whine about personal grievances either. Win win
Jumpy_Condition_7998 on
Can he replace at whitehouse please
Rare-Ad-9088 on
Love him hate him. He is actually doing outreach to build a coalition, hes aggressive, a psycho, but if you are going to hit the grind stone aggressively, thats who we want to lead the party.
JoeMomma__1 on
Newsome is executing incredibly well and firing on all cylinders. 2028 landslide coming his way
absolutelynotagoblin on
*Grabs popcorn*. Munch, munch….
Megotaku on
I really dislike Newsom, but this is one of those “but he’s our bastard” moments.
VidalEnterprise on
This is a “wow” news item because it positions Gavin as a true leader of the country. He has to be considered the front runner for 2028 (even though it is too early to discuss such things!)
EchoRex on
Reminder, Newsom is also going there with California having an economy larger than most countries on top of the state regulations shaping industry standards.
So he’s not only taking over from a pure leadership standpoint, he’s going with the ability to actually affect things.
Cellophane7 on
I love Newsom so much, dude. Everyone should be supporting this man, no matter what problems you might have with him. Democrats need to see that this kind of energy is *overwhelmingly* popular.
just_a_timetraveller on
Trump is a PINO. A president in name only. Newsom is acting the role of president regardless of how you may feel about him.
Twinsarefortwo on
United Western States of America. That’s got a nice ring to it.
k4bz36 on
Trump is going to HATE this so much!! Hahaha!!
Autodidact2 on
Excellent PR. That guy is smart.
Wyndrix on
Newsom cucking Trump once again.
Hazlet95 on
This is a big dick move. He gets to say “He can’t run again. I have experience meeting and discussing deals with our allies.” Bonus if he can co-opt some ultra patriotic shtick.
Unique-Coffee5087 on
>**As Trump abandons people and the planet, Governor Newsom heads to COP30 in Brazil**
>What you need to know: Governor Newsom will travel to Brazil for COP30 as Donald Trump abandons people and the planet, showcasing how California is proving that climate action means more jobs, cleaner air, and lower costs.
I have said for a while that California also deserves its own seat on the G7
goodtimesinchino on
Masterful move. I’m proud of him and the good work he’s doing as an American leader.
007meow on
There’s no way Newsom isn’t running in 28.
The_Beardly on
Is Newsom my fist choice for 2028?
No. But he’s actually out there fighting and standing up to the bullshit.
browhodouknowhere on
5th largest economy in the world. I see no issues
platocplx on
While I cant totally trust newsom his level of fight is needed, I think he is reading the landscape correctly politically he probally will be the next president
Significant-Rip-6423 on
I would vote for a dog before I would vote for an unfeeling Republican. So whoever the Democrat candidate is has my vote. Republicans would see Americans starve before they would say no to Trump or Stephen Miller.
namastayhom33 on
Yet another sign he is going to for sure run for POTUS.
itsaconspiraci on
Trump thinks he can take the ball and go home. But the game still goes on. He just loses by default.
NottaSpy on
I’m not the biggest Newsome fan, but I’m sick of these geriatrics fucking everything up.
CA is the 5th largest economy in the world. He’s more than capable.
jayball41 on
Anyone still hating on Newsom? I hope not.
TheDahkLord on
Gavin “Power Moves Only” Newsom
983115 on
I mean he does have the 6th(?) largest economy in the world
MetalMamaRocks on
Democrats have been complaining for years that nobody is stepping up to lead the party. Well, now we have a clear leader. I’m not ready to throw my full support behind him to be president yet, but he’s the leader we need at this moment.
HedonisticFrog on
Drowsy Don doesn’t have the energy so someone has to. Sad.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom has confirmed that he will attend the major global climate summit, which the Trump administration is refusing to send representatives to.
Newsom, widely touted as a potential Democratic 2028 presidential candidate, will be stepping in as the 79-year-old Trump stays away from the United Nations climate conference in Brazil, COP30, on Friday.
Read the full story, [here](https://www.thedailybeast.com/gavin-newsom-steps-in-to-replace-donald-trump-at-major-summit/).
Smart decision. While Trump is pouting and watching TV at home, Newsom gets to look very presidential while engaging with other leaders on serious issues.
While the President acts like a sulking spoiled brat, real leaders take the initiative and take care of business. May we never have a crybaby as President again
This guy might single-handedly be able to take Trump on.
Whether you like him or not; him and AOC are the only two people (this side of fascism) who have a remote shot at the White House that are actually out there resisting and putting in face time.
Time for our politicians to work. No time for more tantrums from Dementia Don!
It makes sense, California is the largest sub-national economy in the world, and on its own would rank globally as number 4 or 5, so it’s reasonable to be represented there.
Also, the TV coverage will drive Trump insane.
Man those ppl dodged a bullet. A incoherent, hateful bullet. Even if you don’t like what Newsom is saying, he can string a sentence together. Probably won’t whine about personal grievances either. Win win
Can he replace at whitehouse please
Love him hate him. He is actually doing outreach to build a coalition, hes aggressive, a psycho, but if you are going to hit the grind stone aggressively, thats who we want to lead the party.
Newsome is executing incredibly well and firing on all cylinders. 2028 landslide coming his way
*Grabs popcorn*. Munch, munch….
I really dislike Newsom, but this is one of those “but he’s our bastard” moments.
This is a “wow” news item because it positions Gavin as a true leader of the country. He has to be considered the front runner for 2028 (even though it is too early to discuss such things!)
Reminder, Newsom is also going there with California having an economy larger than most countries on top of the state regulations shaping industry standards.
So he’s not only taking over from a pure leadership standpoint, he’s going with the ability to actually affect things.
I love Newsom so much, dude. Everyone should be supporting this man, no matter what problems you might have with him. Democrats need to see that this kind of energy is *overwhelmingly* popular.
Trump is a PINO. A president in name only. Newsom is acting the role of president regardless of how you may feel about him.
United Western States of America. That’s got a nice ring to it.
Trump is going to HATE this so much!! Hahaha!!
Excellent PR. That guy is smart.
Newsom cucking Trump once again.
This is a big dick move. He gets to say “He can’t run again. I have experience meeting and discussing deals with our allies.” Bonus if he can co-opt some ultra patriotic shtick.
>**As Trump abandons people and the planet, Governor Newsom heads to COP30 in Brazil**
>What you need to know: Governor Newsom will travel to Brazil for COP30 as Donald Trump abandons people and the planet, showcasing how California is proving that climate action means more jobs, cleaner air, and lower costs.
[https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/11/05/as-trump-abandons-people-and-the-planet-governor-newsom-heads-to-cop30-in-brazil/](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/11/05/as-trump-abandons-people-and-the-planet-governor-newsom-heads-to-cop30-in-brazil/)
I have said for a while that California also deserves its own seat on the G7
Masterful move. I’m proud of him and the good work he’s doing as an American leader.
There’s no way Newsom isn’t running in 28.
Is Newsom my fist choice for 2028?
No. But he’s actually out there fighting and standing up to the bullshit.
5th largest economy in the world. I see no issues
While I cant totally trust newsom his level of fight is needed, I think he is reading the landscape correctly politically he probally will be the next president
I would vote for a dog before I would vote for an unfeeling Republican. So whoever the Democrat candidate is has my vote. Republicans would see Americans starve before they would say no to Trump or Stephen Miller.
Yet another sign he is going to for sure run for POTUS.
Trump thinks he can take the ball and go home. But the game still goes on. He just loses by default.
I’m not the biggest Newsome fan, but I’m sick of these geriatrics fucking everything up.
Without paywall –
https://periscope.corsfix.com/?https://www.thedailybeast.com/gavin-newsom-steps-in-to-replace-donald-trump-at-major-summit/
CA is the 5th largest economy in the world. He’s more than capable.
Anyone still hating on Newsom? I hope not.
Gavin “Power Moves Only” Newsom
I mean he does have the 6th(?) largest economy in the world
Democrats have been complaining for years that nobody is stepping up to lead the party. Well, now we have a clear leader. I’m not ready to throw my full support behind him to be president yet, but he’s the leader we need at this moment.
Drowsy Don doesn’t have the energy so someone has to. Sad.
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