Gov. Gavin Newsom

Democrat Gavin Newsom is the 40th governor of California. He is author of the new book, "Young Man in a Hurry: A Memoir of Discovery" (Penguin Press, Feb. 24, 2026.)

GOV GAVIN NEWSOM: From privilege to heartbreak, my life behind the headlines

Opinion 1 day ago

GOV GAVIN NEWSOM: From privilege to heartbreak, my life behind the headlines

California Gov. Gavin Newsom reveals shocking family secrets in his new memoir, uncovering childhood trauma and his mother's previously hidden past.

GOV GAVIN NEWSOM: Trump is trying to destroy our democracy. Do not let him

Opinion June 17

GOV GAVIN NEWSOM: Trump is trying to destroy our democracy. Do not let him

Our democracy is at risk as federal agents conduct mass deportations in California, with citizens detained and military forces deployed without state request.

GOV. GAVIN NEWSOM: Protecting American jobs – and air

Opinion May 22

GOV. GAVIN NEWSOM: Protecting American jobs – and air

I am alarmed that California's clean-air standards face threats from Senate Republicans, risking American innovation in electric vehicles and global market competitiveness.

Gavin Newsom: Critics said California's minimum wage increase would be a job killer. The opposite happened

OPINION September 18, 2024

Gavin Newsom: Critics said California's minimum wage increase would be a job killer. The opposite happened

About a year ago, I signed into law an increase in the minimum wage for fast-food workers. The data is in: California now has more fast-food jobs than ever.