President Donald Trump has repeatedly targeted California Governor Gavin Newsom, suggesting that the governor's dyslexia makes him unfit for the presidency. In comments made to reporters in the Oval Office on Monday, Trump stated, "We have a low-IQ person...Gavin Newscum has admitted that he is a — that he has learning disabilities." This marks at least the fourth time Trump has made such remarks about Newsom's dyslexia in less than a week.
Key Takeaways
President Donald Trump has repeatedly mocked California Governor Gavin Newsom's dyslexia, suggesting it disqualifies him from being president. Newsom has openly discussed his learning disability as a strength. The comments mark an escalation in their ongoing feud.
- Trump calls Newsom 'low-IQ' and unfit for presidency due to dyslexia
- Newsom responds by mocking Trump's mental state on social media
- Both leaders have a history of public sparring over various issues
- Newsom describes his dyslexia as a 'superpower' in his memoir
Newsom has been open about his struggle with dyslexia, discussing it extensively in his memoir "Young Man in a Hurry" and describing it as a 'superpower' during an interview with CNN. He fired back at Trump on social media, stating that he spoke openly about his dyslexia but acknowledged that understanding such struggles might be difficult for someone like Trump.
The New York Post criticized Newsom's frequent travels, suggesting that he is more focused on self-promotion than addressing California's pressing issues. The article highlighted Newsom's extensive travel schedule, including trips to Europe and a national book tour through early-voting presidential primary states. Meanwhile, the New York Post also reported on Trump's derogatory remarks about Newsom's dyslexia.
The ongoing feud between Trump and Newsom has included various issues over the years, such as immigration enforcement and wildfire management. However, Trump's recent comments about Newsom's learning disability represent a new low in their already acrimonious relationship.
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