Governor Gavin Newsom is taking aim at Donald Trump—but critics say he’s dodging California’s affordability crisis, from sky-high gas prices to growing poverty and homelessness. Political analyst Tom Del Beccaro joins the show to break down his latest article and what it means for Newsom’s national ambitions.
May 12th 2026
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