Gavin Christopher Newsom (/ nuːsəm / NEW-səm; born October 10, 1967) is an American politician and businessman serving as the 40th governor of California since 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, he served from 2011 to 2019 as the 49th lieutenant governor of California and from 2004 to 2011 as the 42nd mayor of San Francisco.

Feb 11, 2025 · Gavin Newsom is the Governor of California. He previously served as Lieutenant Governor of California and Mayor of San Francisco. He was sworn into office on January 7, 2019.

1 day ago · California will elect a new governor in 2026… replacing Gavin Newsom who is unable to run due to term limits. Meet some of the candidates who have officially announced their candidacy.

Aug 10, 2024 · California Gov. Gavin Newsom, shown at the inauguration of his second term in office, cannot run for reelection. The 2026 race to replace him is underway.

Feb 7, 2025 · Governor Newsom ordered the activation of more than 2,500 California National Guard service members to augment firefighting operations and support local law enforcement to protect communities from looting. The Governor’s National Guard activation started with his emergency proclamation on Tuesday, January 7 with over 600 service members deployed

Nov 8, 2024 · Californians will vote for a new governor in 2026. That person will replace Gov. Gavin Newsom, who cannot run for another term for this office. Newsom’s current term will end early January 2027,...

Jan 13, 2025 · The deal includes $25 million Newsom had proposed for the state Department of Justice to fight the federal government in court shortly after Trump’s reelection in November — plus $25 million...

Jan 24, 2025 · News What you need to know: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced he will issue an executive order to harden communities from wind-propelled wildfires that turn into urban firestorms. Washington, D.C. — After meeting with key state and federal leaders on recovery...

Feb 6, 2025 · Mr. Newsom so far has said little about the litigation, allowing Rob Bonta, the California attorney general, to be the face of the state’s legal battle against Mr. Trump.

Jan 17, 2025 · Gov. Gavin Newsom has only expanded the size and scope of California government during his tenure, while Trump plans radical federal cuts.