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Trump praises Gavin Newsom on Davos stage, but Governor mocks him from sidelines?
Published on Jan 22, 2026 12:51 am IST
Donald Trump stunned audiences at Davos by abruptly shifting tone on California Governor Gavin Newsom - praising him just days after calling his leadership a “complete disaster.” As Trump held the WEF stage, Newsom’s visible reaction drew attention, followed by sharp jabs from the sidelines, including a mocking “senility prize” dig on X. The exchange capped a tense Davos moment, coming just a day after Newsom criticised European elites for appeasing Trump.
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