Newsom ramps up 2028 presidential bid amid Trump criticism in South Carolina

TL;DR
Gavin Newsom faces challenges in shifting perceptions of California's political stance, emphasizing his pragmatism and positioning California as the 'most un-Trump state' to appeal to conservative voters in South Carolina, while balancing his Democratic identity and bipartisan efforts.
- Gavin Newsom confronts his California problem Politico
- Newsom excites red-state Democrats, but some worry about a Californian The Washington Post
- Newsom, mulling over 2028 presidential bid, woos Democratic faithful in South Carolina Los Angeles Times
- Newsom blasts Trump during South Carolina tour as California governor stokes 2028 speculation CNN
- Newsom excoriates Trump in South Carolina: ‘We cannot let him win’ The Hill
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