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California Governor Gavin Newsom has come out swinging against President Donald Trump, accusing him of prioritizing his ego over public safety. The tension between the two escalated when a live-fire military showcase took place at Camp Pendleton in California, forcing the closure of a major highway due to safety concerns.
The event, which celebrated the US Marines' 250th anniversary, featured integrated Navy and Marine Corps operations across air, land, and sea, according to the Marines. However, Governor Newsom was having none of it, labeling the show as an "absurd show of force" that put public safety at risk. The California Highway Patrol echoed his sentiments, stating that the military event posed a significant distraction to drivers.
The dispute highlights the growing tensions between Trump and California officials, who have frequently clashed over decisions by the president's administration. In October, the Navy hosted Trump aboard an aircraft carrier off the coast of Virginia for a similar celebration, which Trump turned into a political rally.
Newsom has been vocal about his opposition to the White House's policies, including those related to immigration and healthcare. His latest rebuke comes as the nation grapples with concerns over authoritarian rule under Trump. The governor has urged Americans to use their voices peacefully to protest against what he sees as tyranny and lawlessness.
The military event coincided with No Kings rallies and marches held across the US, including several locations in California. While some see these events as a necessary outlet for dissent, others view them as a manifestation of division and strife. As the nation struggles to find common ground, Governor Newsom's words serve as a reminder that public safety must be prioritized above all else.
In response to the governor's concerns, a spokesperson for JD Vance, the former Marine who spoke at the event, claimed that the training exercises were routine and posed no risk to public safety. However, officials from the California Department of Transportation disputed this assertion, stating that the White House-directed military event forced them to shut down the freeway due to the potential danger.
The I5 closure has already cost motorists up to two hours of trip time, with 80,000 travelers and $94m in freight passing through the corridor daily. Passenger rail services were also canceled for the afternoon, further exacerbating travel disruptions. As the nation navigates these challenges, one thing is clear: public safety must be the top priority in times of crisis.
The event, which celebrated the US Marines' 250th anniversary, featured integrated Navy and Marine Corps operations across air, land, and sea, according to the Marines. However, Governor Newsom was having none of it, labeling the show as an "absurd show of force" that put public safety at risk. The California Highway Patrol echoed his sentiments, stating that the military event posed a significant distraction to drivers.
The dispute highlights the growing tensions between Trump and California officials, who have frequently clashed over decisions by the president's administration. In October, the Navy hosted Trump aboard an aircraft carrier off the coast of Virginia for a similar celebration, which Trump turned into a political rally.
Newsom has been vocal about his opposition to the White House's policies, including those related to immigration and healthcare. His latest rebuke comes as the nation grapples with concerns over authoritarian rule under Trump. The governor has urged Americans to use their voices peacefully to protest against what he sees as tyranny and lawlessness.
The military event coincided with No Kings rallies and marches held across the US, including several locations in California. While some see these events as a necessary outlet for dissent, others view them as a manifestation of division and strife. As the nation struggles to find common ground, Governor Newsom's words serve as a reminder that public safety must be prioritized above all else.
In response to the governor's concerns, a spokesperson for JD Vance, the former Marine who spoke at the event, claimed that the training exercises were routine and posed no risk to public safety. However, officials from the California Department of Transportation disputed this assertion, stating that the White House-directed military event forced them to shut down the freeway due to the potential danger.
The I5 closure has already cost motorists up to two hours of trip time, with 80,000 travelers and $94m in freight passing through the corridor daily. Passenger rail services were also canceled for the afternoon, further exacerbating travel disruptions. As the nation navigates these challenges, one thing is clear: public safety must be the top priority in times of crisis.