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Newsom Criticizes Trump, Announces Ukraine MOU, Schedules Visits

PUBLISHED Feb 14, 2026, 1:07 PM ET

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Right 25%

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Munich — California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized President Donald Trump while speaking at the Munich Security Conference this week. He labeled Trump "un-American" and called administration environmental rollbacks harmful. Newsom met with international officials after attending Davos last month and plans a memorandum with Ukraine, according to his office. He scheduled U.S. travel for a South Carolina visit and a book-tour stop in Rock Hill, including events on February 23 organized by the South Carolina Democratic Party. Congressional participation at the conference declined after Speaker Mike Johnson canceled the delegation. All items verified. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Najma A. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

July (previous year): Newsom previously toured multiple South Carolina counties during a multi-county trip.
Last month: Newsom attended the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
This week: Newsom spoke at the Munich Security Conference criticizing President Trump and federal environmental rollbacks.
This week: Reports indicated a planned memorandum of understanding with Ukraine to focus on economic recovery and resilience.
Feb. 23: The South Carolina Democratic Party scheduled Newsom events in Berkeley and Clarendon Counties ahead of a Rock Hill book-tour stop.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 8
Right Leaning:: 2
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 6
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 75%, Right 25%

Who Benefited

California Governor Gavin Newsom increased his national and international profile through high-profile appearances and scheduled domestic events ahead of a book-tour and political outreach.

Who Impacted

President Donald Trump experienced public criticism at an international forum, and Republican congressional participation at the Munich conference was reduced after a Speaker decision to cancel a delegation.