California Governor Gavin Newsom is facing renewed criticism over social media posts by his press office that mock political opponents by suggesting they are gay. The posts, which mimic President Trump's combative style, have drawn condemnation from some allies and L. G.

B. T. Q. groups who see them as homophobic. Grindr was invoked when the office suggested conservative commentator Benny Johnson's team were frequent users.

Senator Lindsey Graham was depicted vacationing at Disney World with the caption 'Divas still need vacation'. The office also targeted Davos attendee Scott Bessent with a Real Housewives reference. Critics argue using sexual orientation as an insult is harmful, especially from a leader known for pro-L.

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Q. policies like San Francisco's 2004 same-sex marriage licenses. Governor Newsom's spokesman defended the posts as exposing 'putrid behavior' and 'hypocrisy', claiming they were written by gay staff to mirror right-wing tactics. However, figures like former Representative Barney Frank and Equality California board member Jane Natoli expressed dismay, noting the posts use cheap homophobia jokes and the office's 'don't get the joke' defense.

The controversy highlights a tension between Newsom's record and his office's combative online persona.