Newsom Trolls Trump, Ignores California's Real Trolls
Governor Newsom weighed in on Trump’s latest entrepreneurial endeavors and Kash Patel's alleged inaction on Epstein files, a classic diversion strategy perfected by the political class. While The Independent frames this as 'trolling,' it’s a masterclass in performative outrage. Newsom, who has faced criticism for neglecting the state's homelessness crisis and surging cost of living, carefully
navigates controversies that generate clicks but demand little follow-through. His administration received over $6.6 million in campaign contributions in 2022 from real estate, oil, and pharmaceutical lobbyists (OpenSecrets.org), yet the focus remains on Trump’s watches. This isn't 'trolling' by a concerned governor; it's a carefully orchestrated media spectacle. The real troll isn't hawking
watches; it's the political establishment that distracts us with partisan squabbles while corporate interests quietly shape policy. One might wonder who truly benefits from us watching this particular puppet show.