URGENT UPDATE: Fox News host Dana Perino has intensified her criticism of California Governor Gavin Newsom for the second consecutive day, igniting a heated exchange over his social media presence. This escalating feud has captured national attention as Perino reiterates her concerns about Newsom’s attempts to mirror former President Donald Trump’s style.
Earlier today, on October 3, 2023, during her show The Five, Perino reacted to Newsom reading his own posts aloud on a podcast hosted by Brian Tyler Cohen. She accused him of relying on scripted tweets crafted by advisors to create a Trump-like persona. “He was reading tweets that were written for him by people he is heavily investing in to try to help him look more like Trump,” Perino stated.
The friction began when Newsom’s press team labeled Perino as “Ding Dong” in response to her earlier remarks, where she claimed he was “making a fool of himself.” Perino countered, insisting that Newsom’s strategy lacks authenticity and is likely to backfire. “If you think about [Zohran] Mamdani, his authenticity is what rocketed him to the top,” she remarked, emphasizing the importance of genuine representation in politics.
In a provocative twist, Perino highlighted the contradiction in Newsom’s actions, pointing out that his team seems to be emulating someone he vocally criticizes. “They say they hate Trump, but they are trying to be more like him,” she declared, questioning the integrity of his approach.
The Daily Beast has reached out to both Newsom’s press office and Fox News for official comments regarding this ongoing saga. As the situation develops, observers are closely watching how this public clash may influence perceptions of both political figures leading into the 2024 presidential election.
What happens next? With both sides entrenched in their positions, expect more exchanges that could further fuel this contentious dialogue. Social media users are already buzzing about the implications of this spat, making it a trending topic.
Stay tuned for updates as this story unfolds, and share your thoughts on whether Newsom’s social media strategy is effective or merely a misguided attempt at imitation.
