# newsom (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 8 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover newsom. Page: Feed: --- ## [The Case For Fusionism For A Different America](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/the-case-for-fusionism-for-a-different) _2026-08-21 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ The fusionism I learned in the Reagan era still shapes how I see politics. After four decades of bigger government and mounting debt have forced me to rethink how those principles apply today… ## [Vance Says Bessent Has ‘Very Discreet Plan’ to Tackle $40 Trillion National Debt](https://thedesantisdaily.com/2026/08/21/vance-says-bessent-has-very-discreet-plan-to-tackle-40-trillion-national-debt/) _2026-08-21 · Editor · The DeSantis Daily_ Vice President JD Vance said Thursday that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has a “very discreet plan” to address the nation’s soaring debt by getting the U.S. economy to grow faster than the government’s debt burden. Vance made the comments during an appearance on Newsmax’s “Carl Higbie Frontline,” arguing that the Trump administration is already making progress toward its goal despite the… ## [Ls Of The Day](https://defiantls.substack.com/p/ls-of-the-day-800) _2026-08-21 · Defiant L's · Defiant L's_ Hmmmm can’t seem to make up his mind whether the 5th makes you guilty… ## [Who Had The Worst Week In California Politics For The Week Ending 8/21](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/who-had-the-worst-week-in-california-af5) _2026-08-21 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ Every Week, We Look Across The California Political Landscape To Answer One Simple Question: Who Had The Worst Week In California Politics? ## [Governor Newsom signs legislation 8.20.2026](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/20/governor-newsom-signs-legislation-8-20-2026/) _2026-08-21 · corbinfarias · Governor of California_ Source ## [Happy $40 Trillion National Debt Day — For Those Who Celebrate](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/happy-40-trillion-national-debt-day) _2026-08-20 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ With little apparent concern from most politicians in Washington, D.C., the United States continues to deficit spend and pile onto the national debt. We have now reached a most unfortunate milestone. ## [Governor Newsom awards $11.3 million to 13 prohousing communities to build more affordable housing](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/20/governor-newsom-awards-11-3-million-to-13-prohousing-communities-to-build-more-affordable-housing/) _2026-08-20 · dafnecruzrodriguez · Governor of California_ Source ## [The U.S. Senate Polls May Be Lying To You](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/the-us-senate-polls-may-be-lying) _2026-08-20 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ Patrick Ruffini went back and checked more than 3,000 Senate polls from the last four election cycles. What he found should make you a good deal more skeptical of what you’re seeing on your phone this ## [Fauci Fails](https://defiantls.substack.com/p/fauci-fails) _2026-08-20 · Defiant L's · Defiant L's_ You really can’t make this up ## [Bill O’Reilly Says Trump Endorsement Has Lost Some ‘Cachet’ as Iran War Weighs on President](https://thedesantisdaily.com/2026/08/20/bill-oreilly-says-trump-endorsement-has-lost-some-cachet-as-iran-war-weighs-on-president/) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The DeSantis Daily_ Political commentator Bill O’Reilly argued Wednesday that President Donald Trump’s endorsement no longer carries the same political weight it once did, pointing to the ongoing war with Iran and its economic consequences. O’Reilly made the comments during an appearance with NewsNation host Chris Cuomo as the pair discussed Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., who secured the Republican nomination for… ## [Trade Bitcoin and Ethereum Today (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/XJvahSbDgPc5) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Buy, sell, and margin trade BTC and ETH with EUR, USD, CAD, GBP, or JPY. ## [The California Education Establishment Has Been Hiding Failure](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/the-california-education-establishment) _2026-08-20 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ The CA Teachers Assoc.and its political allies helped dismantle the objective tests that exposed whether students were actually learning… While schools keep handing out grades, credits, and diplomas. ## [California sends FREE life-saving asthma inhalers to ALL schools](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/20/california-sends-free-life-saving-asthma-inhalers-to-all-schools/) _2026-08-20 · Lindsay Bribiescas · Governor of California_ Source ## [Washington Policy Review: August 19, 2026](https://washingtonpolicyreview.substack.com/p/washington-policy-review-august-19) _2026-08-20 · Washington Policy Review · Washington Policy Review_ Trump reshapes auto industry; Treasury restricts tax credits; Newsom expands universal schooling. ## [Governor Newsom announces appointments 8.19.26](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/19/governor-newsom-announces-appointments-8-19-26/) _2026-08-20 · dafnecruzrodriguez · Governor of California_ Source ## [As school begins, California launches universal Transitional Kindergarten, free meals for EVERY student and historic supports for kids](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/19/as-school-begins-california-launches-universal-transitional-kindergarten-free-meals-for-every-student-and-historic-supports-for-kids/) _2026-08-19 · dafnecruzrodriguez · Governor of California_ Source ## [TV Connections ‘Lost’: How We Sacrificed Common Culture for Convenience](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/tv-connections-lost-how-we-sacrificed) _2026-08-19 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ Remember when we all used to watch the same TV shows and then…you know… talk about them with other people? Those days are lost… ## [Bernie's Networth](https://defiantls.substack.com/p/bernies-networth) _2026-08-19 · Defiant L's · Defiant L's_ $30mil? ## [Gavin Newsom is Winning](https://gavinnewsom2028fans.substack.com/p/gavin-newsom-is-winning) _2026-08-19 · AJ · Gavin Newsom 2028 Fans_ It’s been a big week for Gavin, a big week for Democrats across the country, and a rough week (again) for Trump in the courts. ## [Florida GOP Chairman Evan Power Projected to Finish Fourth in Congressional Primary](https://thedesantisdaily.com/2026/08/19/florida-gop-chairman-evan-power-projected-to-finish-fourth-in-congressional-primary/) _2026-08-19 · Editor · The DeSantis Daily_ Florida Republican Party Chairman Evan Power is projected to come up short in his bid for Congress, finishing fourth in a crowded GOP primary for the state’s 2nd Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. Power competed in an eight-candidate Republican field for the seat being vacated by retiring Rep. Neal Dunn, R-Fla. Austin Rogers secured the Republican nomination in the race to… ## [The Surveillance State Is Being Built One Camera At A Time](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/the-surveillance-state-is-being-built) _2026-08-19 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ The technology can help solve crimes. That does not mean government should be able to track where innocent Americans go. ## [Watch chovy live code (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/L2tCcEoK5woy) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Join Mosh Coding streams with collaborative screen sharing and remote control, open source. ## [Washington Policy Review: August 18, 2026](https://washingtonpolicyreview.substack.com/p/washington-policy-review-august-18) _2026-08-19 · Washington Policy Review · Washington Policy Review_ President Trump delays Canadian tariffs; State Dept sanctions ICC officials; Governor Pritzker demands answers on USS Lincoln ## [Sacramento Is Coming For Your Tires](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/sacramento-is-coming-for-your-tires) _2026-08-18 · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ California regulators say they are saving consumers money by taking away choices. That is how the cost of living gets ratcheted higher, one “reasonable” rule at a time. ## [Governor Newsom secures federal disaster assistance for small businesses impacted by Boyle Heights warehouse fire](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/18/governor-newsom-secures-federal-disaster-assistance-for-small-businesses-impacted-by-boyle-heights-warehouse-fire/) _2026-08-18 · corbinfarias · Governor of California_ Source ## [Gavin Newsom Corruption](https://defiantls.substack.com/p/gavin-newsom-corruption) _2026-08-18 · Defiant L's · Defiant L's_ He seems to have election denial problems… ## [Trump Warns Alaska Voters Over ‘Imposter’ Dan Sullivan on Election Day Ballot](https://thedesantisdaily.com/2026/08/18/trump-warns-alaska-voters-over-imposter-dan-sullivan-on-election-day-ballot/) _2026-08-18 · Editor · The DeSantis Daily_ President Donald Trump issued a last-minute warning to Alaska voters Tuesday, urging them to make sure they cast their ballots for incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan and not a Republican primary challenger who shares the senator’s name. “ALASKA: Be careful, VOTE FOR THE REAL DAN SULLIVAN TODAY,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. Trump praised the two-term Republican senator while accusing Democrats of… ## [California leads in organized retail crime fight, recovers 8,500 stolen items in 9-day nationwide blitz](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/18/california-leads-in-organized-retail-crime-fight-recovers-8500-stolen-items-in-9-day-nationwide-blitz/) _2026-08-18 · dafnecruzrodriguez · Governor of California_ Source ## [Governor Newsom announces $95 million plan to expand EV charging and hydrogen fueling across California](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/18/governor-newsom-announces-95-million-plan-to-expand-ev-charging-and-hydrogen-fueling-across-california/) _2026-08-18 · kaylaratnasamy · Governor of California_ Source ## [The Next AI Crisis May Begin At Your Water District](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/the-next-ai-crisis-may-begin-at-your) _2026-08-18 · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ Artificial intelligence is lowering the cost of cyberattack faster than local government can raise the cost of defense. ## [Washington Policy Review: August 17, 2026](https://washingtonpolicyreview.substack.com/p/washington-policy-review-august-17) _2026-08-18 · Washington Policy Review · Washington Policy Review_ President Trump implements new prescription drug policies; Department of War mandates research security audits; Governor Newsom signs legislation facilitating gig worker unionization. ## [Governor Newsom signs legislation 8.17.2026](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/17/governor-newsom-signs-legislation-8-17-2026/) _2026-08-18 · corbinfarias · Governor of California_ Source ## [Earn crypto for idle GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/jWBeFCalR5oD) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Run one CLI, host Qwen/Llama/Mistral, and earn BTC, ETH, SOL, or USDC ## [\[CORRECTED\] Democrats Just Made It Harder For Gavin Newsom To Win! Here’s How…](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/corrected-democrats-just-made-it) _2026-08-17 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ TheDemocrats’ newly reshuffled 2028 presidential primary calendar could make Gavin Newsom’s California record a lot harder to sell nationally. ## [Washington Policy Review: August 16, 2026](https://washingtonpolicyreview.substack.com/p/washington-policy-review-august-16) _2026-08-17 · Washington Policy Review · Washington Policy Review_ Trump reduces military drills with South Korea; State Dept congratulates Indonesia on independence; Trump celebrates Mecca Joint Defence Agreement ## [Breaking: Newsom Promotes Affordable Insulin](https://gavinnewsom2028fans.substack.com/p/breaking-newsom-promotes-affordable) _2026-08-17 · AJ · Gavin Newsom 2028 Fans_ Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says he's "heard absolutely nothing back from Mitch McConnell" - Trump says BBC is trying to harass is family after broadcaster subpoenas his children ## [Navy Weighs Major Aircraft Carrier Redesign to Match Trump’s Vision](https://thedesantisdaily.com/2026/08/17/navy-weighs-major-aircraft-carrier-redesign-to-match-trumps-vision/) _2026-08-17 · Editor · The DeSantis Daily_ The U.S. Navy is considering a significant redesign of its newest aircraft carriers as it works to implement changes sought by President Donald Trump, including potentially relocating the ships’ command tower to more closely resemble older warships. An internal Navy review is examining whether to move the multistory command center, known as the “island,” toward the middle of future Ford-class… ## [ICYMI: Law signed by Governor Newsom helps pave the way for the world’s largest union of rideshare drivers](https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/17/icymi-law-signed-by-governor-newsom-helps-pave-the-way-for-the-worlds-largest-union-of-rideshare-drivers/) _2026-08-17 · corbinfarias · Governor of California_ Source ## [Sacramento Says Build More Homes. Then Makes Them Harder To Build.](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/sacramento-says-build-more-homes) _2026-08-17 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ The state keeps creating the appearance of reform while driving up the cost of building and buying a home. ## [Washington Policy Review: August 15, 2026](https://washingtonpolicyreview.substack.com/p/washington-policy-review-august-15) _2026-08-17 · Washington Policy Review · Washington Policy Review_ Trump demands end to daylight savings; State Dept recognizes Liechtenstein; State Dept honors Congo independence ## [Taylor Farms Conspiracy?!](https://defiantls.substack.com/p/taylor-farms-conspiracy) _2026-08-16 · Defiant L's · Defiant L's_ So much for conspiracies… ## [Fox News’ Joey Jones Unloads on USS Abraham Lincoln Sailor Over Food Complaints](https://thedesantisdaily.com/2026/08/16/fox-news-joey-jones-unloads-on-uss-abraham-lincoln-sailor-over-food-complaints/) _2026-08-16 · Editor · The DeSantis Daily_ Fox News host Joey Jones unleashed a blistering attack Saturday on a sailor who complained to CNN about food and morale aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, accusing the service member of acting “weak” and questioning what such complaints say about the military. During a segment on “The Big Weekend Show,” Fox News aired footage of the unnamed sailor speaking with CNN’s Pamela Brown about conditions… ## [ICYMI - 6 Stories From Last Week… And Mark Cuban vs. Congressman Ro Khanna!](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/icymi-6-stories-from-last-week-and-09e) _2026-08-16 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ Below are 6 highlights of columns from the week that was - we disclose how and when AI is used on this page — and do you know what happened on this day in 1977 that saddened the nation? ## [The Most Insane Pardon](https://defiantls.substack.com/p/the-most-insane-pardon) _2026-08-15 · Defiant L's · Defiant L's_ Seems he’s the hateful one… ## [DeSantis Breaks With Trump, Says He Does Not Support Cory Mills in Florida GOP Primary](https://thedesantisdaily.com/2026/08/15/desantis-breaks-with-trump-says-he-does-not-support-cory-mills-in-florida-gop-primary/) _2026-08-15 · Editor · The DeSantis Daily_ Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made it clear Friday that he will not be supporting Rep. Cory Mills in his bid for re-election, putting the Republican governor at odds with President Donald Trump ahead of Florida’s Aug. 18 primary. “I have not, uh, endorsed Cory Mills, and I do not support Cory Mills,” DeSantis told reporters during an appearance at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach.… ## [Jon’s Weekend Reading Recommendations for the week ending 8/15! Articles, Charts, Videos, Podcasts & More… And the war of the Dems over Prop. 40](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/jons-weekend-reading-recommendations-b21) _2026-08-15 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ I am perusing the web all week, and I write about some of the things I find. But I there is so much great stuff that I do not write about, but I collect for this Saturday column. Enjoy. ## [Breaking News: Newsom demands ‘manic’ Pete Hegseth take a drug test after Panama appearance](https://gavinnewsom2028fans.substack.com/p/breaking-news-newsom-demands-manic) _2026-08-15 · AJ · Gavin Newsom 2028 Fans_ Gavin Newsom publicly questioned whether Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has taken a drug test recently following an animated media appearance in Panama. ## [Washington Policy Review: August 14, 2026](https://washingtonpolicyreview.substack.com/p/washington-policy-review-august-14) _2026-08-15 · Washington Policy Review · Washington Policy Review_ President Trump honors WWII victory; State Department pledges earthquake aid to Colombia; Governor Pritzker signs Illinois flood relief bill. ## [DHS demands AAMVA’s national commercial driver database](https://papersplease.org/wp/2026/08/14/dhs-demands-aamvas-national-commercial-driver-database/) _2026-08-15 · Edward Hasbrouck · Papers, Please!_ The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has subpoenaed the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) for a copy of all entries in the CDLIS national database of state-issued commercial driver s licenses held by AAMVA. The administrative subpoena was issued August 11th and ordered AAMVA to hand over a copy of all records that \[ \] ## [Jews Are A People. The State Still Shouldn’t Classify Us.](https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/jews-are-a-people-the-state-still) _2026-08-14 · Jon Fleischman · So, Does It Matter? On CA Politics!_ California has found another group that doesn’t fit its official categories. Maybe it is time to rethink the categories. ## [Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty to Federal Stalking Charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Killing](https://thedesantisdaily.com/2026/08/14/luigi-mangione-pleads-guilty-to-federal-stalking-charges-in-unitedhealthcare-ceo-brian-thompson-killing/) _2026-08-14 · Editor · The DeSantis Daily_ Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty Friday to federal stalking charges stemming from the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, admitting in court that he shot Thompson and knew his actions were illegal. Mangione told the court that he “shot Mr. Thompson and he died,” while acknowledging that he knew what he was doing was against the law. The plea represents a major shift in the federal case… ## [Gavin Newsom Broke The Law?!](https://defiantls.substack.com/p/gavin-newsom-broke-the-law) _2026-08-14 · Defiant L's · Defiant L's_ Hmmm seems he thinks he’s above the law… ## [We Automated a News Medium. Now We've Automated Social Media.](https://washingtonpolicyreview.substack.com/p/we-automated-a-news-medium-now-weve) _2026-08-14 · Washington Policy Review · Washington Policy Review_ Introducing Noctral.