Gavin Newsom’s feud with President Trump erupts over California ‘zombie’ claim
The feud between President Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom has intensified with recent social media exchanges. Trump shared a mock license plate depicting Newsom as a zombie, which garnered significant attention. This ongoing rivalry reflects their long-standing political tensions, especially as Newsom eyes a potential presidential run.
- ▪President Trump shared an image of a mock California license plate featuring Governor Newsom depicted as a zombie.
- ▪Newsom's press office responded by mocking Trump, calling him a 'deranged, habitual liar.'
- ▪The feud has escalated with both leaders exchanging increasingly personal attacks on social media.
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Metro Gavin Newsom’s feud with President Trump erupts over California ‘zombie’ claim By Nina Joudeh Published May 17, 2026, 10:38 p.m. ET The ongoing feud between President Donald Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom flared up once again Sunday — sparked by a fresh round of social media barbs — including an image of a zombie Gov. Trump grabbed attention by sharing an image of a mock California license plate reading “NEW-SCM,” featuring Newsom in the middle depicted in a zombie-like state. The post racked up more than 135,000 views after Newsom’s press office reposted the dig and wrote, “Even a Zombie Newscum still looks healthier than our current President. #PrayersforGrandpa.” 3 The ongoing feud between President Donald Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom flared up once again.
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