California Governor Gavin Newsom faced mockery over the weekend after he talked about families struggling to manage their expenses. In a recent episode of the podcast “All the Smoke,” he reflected on his upbringing, mentioning how his mother juggled multiple jobs to support him.
He shared, “It was about paying the bills, dude. Just a hustle. I was there, pumped up, turned on the TV, and just went crazy. I was sitting there with Wonder Bread,” drawing laughter from the host.
Newsom also reminisced, “Come on, macaroni and cheese! That’s how I grew up, bro. Bouncing a basketball in the backyard every day, throwing the ball against the wall until it wore out…that’s it. Everything.” However, many conservatives found his claims hard to swallow, suggesting he was exaggerating claims of his humble beginnings.
Comedian Adam Carolla pointed out Newsom’s family background, noting, “His father worked at Getty Oil.” Others joined in with sarcasm, with one professor joking about Newsom’s tales. A writer from Outkick remarked on the contrast between Newsom’s privilege and the real struggles of others, while another columnist criticized Newsom’s portrayal of his past.
Comments from various figures included statements about Newsom’s alleged falsehoods. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon expressed disbelief, and Ned Ryun, founder of American Majority, described him as a “real freak.” In response, a Newsom spokesperson emphasized that the governor has discussed his background often, stating that he was raised by a hardworking single mother who held multiple jobs.
It’s noted that Newsom’s father, William Alfred Newsom III, was a judge and worked as an attorney for Getty Oil Company, adding more complexity to the narrative surrounding the governor’s upbringing.
