"California Governor Newsom's Controversial China Trip: EV Showoff, Surprise Meeting with Xi, and Climate 'Fearmongering'"

California Governor Gavin Newsom faced criticism from California Republicans after promoting a Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker, BYD Company, during his visit to China. Lawmakers accused Newsom of endorsing Beijing manufacturing and ignoring the potential use of slave labor in China. They argued that promoting Chinese companies over American ones goes against the interests of Californians and undermines American exceptionalism. Newsom's trip comes as he continues to push for a green energy transition in California, including a ban on gas-powered cars by 2035. Critics pointed out that China currently dominates the global EV supply chain, raising concerns about the economic benefits and national security risks associated with relying on Chinese industry.