Pulse Insider: Trump Signals He’d Support Arresting Governor Newsom
President Donald Trump appeared to signal that he would support the arrest of California Governor Gavin Newsom, triggering serious debate over political accountability and executive power. In this exclusive Pulse Insider feature, we include the full clip where Trump weighs in on the possibility of prosecuting a sitting governor—an unprecedented stance with significant implications for U.S. federalism.
Our coverage delves into the legal and constitutional dimensions of such a statement, featuring expert analysis on the separation of powers, the limits of presidential influence, and the potential impact on state governance. We also examine how this statement plays into broader political narratives, including allegations of political weaponization and the evolving relationship between Trump’s rhetoric and his policy ambitions.
Watch this Pulse Insider exclusive to hear the moment for yourself, and explore the reactions from legal scholars, California lawmakers, and political commentators as they unpack what a former president saying he’d support arresting a governor really means for American democracy.