Staff Reports
In a recent Republican debate in California, Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA) denied any intentions of accepting the Democratic nomination in 2024. Fox News host Sean Hannity pressed the governor for a clear answer, asking if he would ever consider running for president under any circumstances. Newsom swiftly responded with a “No,” stating that the notion was “ridiculous” and emphasizing that Joe Biden is the current president.
Governor Newsom expressed confidence in President Biden’s ability to win reelection, while also claiming victory in the GOP debate. However, concerns about Biden’s age have been raised by the public. A recent poll showed that 77% of respondents believed that his age would hinder him from serving another term effectively. Similar concerns were expressed about former President Donald Trump, who is also in his late 70s.
Speculation had emerged that Newsom, who has been actively building a national profile and engaging in campaign efforts, might challenge Biden in the Democratic primary for the 2024 election. However, the governor vehemently denied these rumors. Instead, Newsom has been focused on leading the campaign’s efforts to counter the messaging of the Republicans during the debates. Despite his denials, there are still those who hold on to the possibility of a last-minute bid from Newsom in 2024, considering his continued involvement on the national stage.
It is worth noting that in November, Governor Newsom will engage in a debate with Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL), a Republican presidential candidate, in the battleground state of Georgia. This further adds to the speculation and anticipation surrounding Newsom’s future political moves.
In the eyes of this conservative news writer, it is clear that Governor Newsom’s denial of a 2024 presidential run is nothing more than political posturing. His refusal to definitively rule out a bid, coupled with his active campaign efforts and growing national profile, suggests that he is indeed keeping his options open. Furthermore, the concerns about Biden’s age raised in the poll highlight the need for strong and capable leadership in the Democratic Party. Perhaps Newsom sees himself as that leader and is waiting for the right opportunity to make his move. Only time will tell.
