NEW YORK -- Gavin Newsom hosts President Donald Trump's allies on his podcast. He's pushing city officials to crack down on homeless encampments. And this week, he proposed limiting health care coverage for immigrants in the country illegally.

A new poll shows 54% of Californians believe Governor Gavin Newsom is more focused on presidential ambitions than state issues.

California Governor Gavin Newsom, despite not officially entering any presidential race, has positioned himself consistently as a national political figure, sparking speculation he’s aiming for a 2028 presidential run.