Frank Nez 
On August 27, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom delivered a scathing critique of President Donald Trump, claiming that world leaders mock him behind his back, calling him a “laughingstock” and an “embarrassment” to the United States.
Speaking at Politico’s The California Agenda: Sacramento Summit, Newsom revealed insights from his meetings with dozens of foreign dignitaries, asserting that while they flatter Trump publicly, their private sentiments are far less complimentary.
The Daily Beast also reported that Newsom’s remarks, part of an escalating feud with Trump, come as the president faces growing scrutiny over his health, cognitive lapses, and controversial policies, amplifying concerns about his global standing as the 2026 midterms approach.
Newsom’s Claims About World Leaders
During the summit, Newsom stated, “I’ve had the privilege of meeting many foreign leaders. They’re laughing behind his back. … He’s being played everywhere. It’s an embarrassment,” per The Daily Beast.
He emphasized that these sentiments were based on “dozens and dozens” of encounters with foreign leaders and officials, also reported by HuffPost.
Newsom’s comments echo historical moments of ridicule, such as the 2018 United Nations General Assembly, where world leaders openly laughed at Trump’s boasts about his accomplishments, and a 2019 Buckingham Palace reception where leaders like Justin Trudeau, Emmanuel Macron, and Boris Johnson appeared to mock Trump’s lengthy press conferences.
Trump, in contrast, has frequently touted his rapport with global leaders, claiming on August 25, 2025, that NATO leaders jokingly call him the “president of Europe,” saying, “I like Europe and I like those people. They’re good people. They’re great leaders.”
Newsom’s rebuttal challenges this narrative, suggesting Trump’s perceived influence is a facade.
Escalating Feud and Social Media Trolling
Newsom’s remarks are part of a broader campaign to antagonize Trump, adopting a Trumpian all-caps social media style to mock the president.
On August 26, 2025, Newsom posted a screenshot on X of a conversation with Grok, X’s AI chatbot, asking, “Do people with dementia repeat false things over and over again?” in response to Trump’s claim that Newsom begged for water during California wildfires.
The chatbot’s affirmative response fueled Newsom’s suggestion that Trump’s cognitive health is declining, a jab that followed Trump’s mockery of Newsom’s “strange hand action” during a cabinet meeting.
Newsom retorted on X, “You really want to have the conversation about hands?” referencing Trump’s visible hand bruising.
Newsom’s trolling, which includes calling Trump “DONALD ‘TACO’ TRUMP” and mimicking his Truth Social rants, has boosted his social media presence, with his X account gaining 450% more followers since mid-June and Google searches for his name surging 1,300% on June 1, per The Daily Beast.
His office’s posts, like one mocking Trump’s Cracker Barrel logo rant, have drawn ire from MAGA figures like Tomi Lahren, who called them an “ultimate FAIL.”
Details of Trump’s Controversies
Newsom’s attacks come amid concerns about Trump’s health and cognitive state.
The White House confirmed on July 17, 2025, that Trump, 79, has chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), causing visible swelling in his hands and ankles.
Reports of cognitive lapses, such as Trump referring to Leningrad instead of St. Petersburg, forgetting people standing behind him, and confusing Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer with a nonexistent “Kristi Whitmer,” have fueled speculation about his fitness, as reported by various media sources.
A disgraced former physician, Ronny Jackson, declared Trump “the healthiest president ever” in a controversial report, further stoking doubts, as reported by FrankNez Media.
Trump’s policies, including his D.C. National Guard deployment and mass deportation efforts, face legal challenges, with critics like Newsom warning of authoritarianism.
Economic pressures, like tariff-driven inflation, add to public discontent, with Trump’s approval rating at 39%, per Newsweek, Reuters, and CNN reports.
Newsom’s high-profile trolling, praised by digital strategist Stefan Smith as a “game changer” for Democrats, have positioned him as a potential 2028 contender, according to Politico.
His claim that Trump’s team sent him two dozen “Trump 2028” hats, suggesting a third-term bid in violation of the 22nd Amendment, has raised alarms about democratic norms amongst certain groups.
As the 2026 midterms near, Newsom’s strategy could galvanize Democratic opposition but risks alienating moderates wary of his aggressive tactics.
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