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Political Theater, Episode 366

California Gov. Gavin Newsom, center, seen here at last year's Democratic National Convention in Chicago, is helping set the tone for his state's approach to President Donald Trump's second term.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, center, seen here at last year's Democratic National Convention in Chicago, is helping set the tone for his state's approach to President Donald Trump's second term. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call file photo)
By Jason Dick and Christina Bellantoni
Posted April 11, 2025 at 8:39am

Jason Dick and Christina Bellantoni discuss California political leaders’ approach to President Donald Trump’s second term, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s podcast (and hair) and whether we’ll see more retired Dodgers run for statewide office. 

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