Newsom Takes Aim at Trump at Climate Conference, Calls Him a “Bully”

Governor warns that U.S. competitiveness is at risk

Speaking at a high‑profile climate summit, California Governor Gavin Newsom delivered a blistering critique of President Donald Trump. The governor portrayed the president as a “bully” whose policies are jeopardizing America’s standing in the global clean‑energy market.

China’s growing dominance in renewable technology

Newsom argued that the administration’s retreat from ambitious climate action is opening the door for China to dominate the renewable‑energy sector. He warned that, without a robust U.S. strategy, American manufacturers and innovators could be left behind, eroding the nation’s economic security and global influence.

Calls for a decisive U.S. response

The California leader urged Congress and the private sector to double down on investments in solar, wind, and emerging green technologies. He emphasized that “the United States cannot afford to sit on the sidelines while our competitors surge ahead,” and called for immediate policy measures to restore the country’s competitive edge.

Political implications

Newsom’s remarks underscored the widening partisan divide over climate policy, highlighting how the issue has become a flashpoint in the broader debate over America’s economic future. By labeling the president a “bully,” the governor signaled that the battle over climate leadership is also a battle over national identity and global stature.