The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Faces Worst Nightmare as Newsom Goes to End His Term
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Oct 11, 2025 
J.B. Pritzker, the Governor of Illinois, joins California's Governor Gavin Newsom in a compelling conversation about the impact of federal actions on local communities. Pritzker criticizes aggressive federal tactics in Chicago that traumatize residents and disrupt policing norms. Newsom urges Democrats to reclaim power to uphold democracy, mocks Trump’s commercial exploits, and highlights new legislation on social media data privacy. Together, they address the misuse of the National Guard and call for accountability in government.
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Newsom Frames Trump As Threat To Democracy
- Gavin Newsom frames Trump's actions as a deliberate betrayal that harms service members and democracy.
- He links the shutdown and military deployments to a broader assault on constitutional norms and public trust.
Urgent Warning About Democratic Survival
- Gavin Newsom described the emotional stakes bluntly, saying "we won't have a country in a year if this guy's successful."
- He used vivid language to motivate winning back power and preserving free elections.
States Coordinating When Federal Policy Fails
- Newsom emphasizes state-level cooperation and mutual aid when federal actions harm local communities.
- He calls for partnership among governors to share legal strategies and public messaging.