Trump’s a T-Rex and ‘pathetic’ leaders need to confront him, rages California’s Newsom
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Key Points:
- California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized global leaders as "pathetic" for not standing up to U.S. President Donald Trump, urging Europeans to remain united and strong in response to Trump's aggressive actions.
- Newsom compared Trump to a "T-Rex," stating leaders must either confront him or be dominated, emphasizing strength over appeasement.
- The remarks come amid escalating tensions after Trump threatened to impose tariffs on countries opposing the U.S. purchase of Greenland and engaged in provocative rhetoric towards European nations.
- Trump recently announced plans to meet with NATO leaders in Davos to discuss Greenland and shared messages praising his actions in Syria, while also expressing frustration over not winning the Nobel Peace Prize.
- Newsom, a potential 202
