[expander_maker id=”1″ more=”Read more” less=”Read less”]Joe Rogan didn’t hold back when discussing California Governor Gavin Newsom’s rumored presidential ambitions, saying the Democratic leader has no business running for the White House after what he called a disastrous record governing his state.
Speaking on “The Joe Rogan Experience,” Rogan said, “You can’t ruin a city and then a state and then say, ‘Guys, that was just practice. When I get elected President, I’ll fix it all.’”
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His remarks, which drew widespread attention online, echoed frustrations many Californians have voiced over homelessness, rising crime, and the state’s high cost of living.
The comments came during a discussion about the state of American politics and whether Democratic leadership at the state level had produced results worthy of national office.
Rogan’s blunt criticism resonated with many conservatives who view California as an example of failed progressive governance.
Fox News reported that Rogan, who left California for Texas in 2020, has repeatedly cited the state’s high taxes and increasing crime as key reasons for his move. He told listeners, “California used to be the place everyone wanted to go. Now, everyone’s leaving.”
Rogan said that under Newsom’s leadership, major cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco have suffered record homelessness, declining public safety, and worsening drug problems.
It’s heartbreaking,” Rogan added. “They’ve got every resource imaginable, but the leadership is clueless.”
The Hill noted that Newsom’s name continues to circulate in Democratic circles as a potential 2028 presidential contender, especially as President Trump seeks reelection.
Newsom has denied he’s planning a run but has kept a national profile through appearances on cable news and foreign visits.
Rogan dismissed those efforts, calling them “image management.” He argued that voters should judge results, not speeches. “You can’t just go around the country telling people you’ll fix what you couldn’t fix at home,” he said.
Critics of Newsom point to the state’s population loss in recent years as a sign of deeper problems.
Census data shows California lost more than half a million residents between 2020 and 2023, with many citing affordability and safety as reasons for leaving.
The Daily Wire reported that business owners have also fled California due to regulatory burdens and rising crime.
Elon Musk, who moved Tesla’s headquarters to Texas, called the state’s policies “hostile to innovation.”
Rogan used that example during his podcast, saying that when a state drives out its most successful people, “you’ve got to stop and ask who’s in charge and why it’s failing.”
Supporters of Newsom argue that California remains the fifth-largest economy in the world and continues to lead in technology and green energy.
Still, even some Democrats acknowledge challenges with housing and crime that have plagued his tenure.
Rogan said he doesn’t hate California but believes the leadership has “completely lost touch” with everyday residents.
“They act like they’re saving the planet, but they can’t even keep the streets safe,” he added.
BREAKING: Anna Paulina Luna Claims The Biden DOJ DESTROYED…
Representative Anna Paulina Luna speaking at a press event, wearing a white blazer with a black top, while microphones are positioned in front of her and flags in the background.
Representative Anna Paulina Luna has leveled explosive information against the Biden Department of Justice, claiming that critical materials related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation have been deliberately destroyed.
This assertion, if proven true, would represent one of the most damning instances of governmental obstruction and cover-up in recent history.
Luna, who chairs a congressional task force focused on federal transparency, has stated unequivocally that she possesses evidence implicating high-ranking officials in the DOJ.
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According to her, these officials not only failed to disclose materials related to Epstein but actively destroyed them to conceal the extent of powerful individuals’ involvement in Epstein’s criminal network.
She introduced legislation titled the SHRED Act, aimed at imposing severe penalties on government agents who destroy or conceal federal records. The proposed bill calls for 20 years to life in prison for anyone caught eliminating evidence in cases of national significance.
“Even if they are conducting a criminal investigation, you should probably pick up the phone and call us,” Luna told Fox News. “We have been more than patient.”
These developments come amid growing conservative suspicion that the Biden administration has no interest in unmasking Epstein’s full network. The notion that key records could be gone forever only intensifies fears that justice is being buried under a bureaucratic rug.
Luna’s office has reportedly sent multiple requests to the Department of Justice demanding clarity on the handling of Epstein-related materials. So far, those inquiries have been met with either vague responses or complete silence.
The congresswoman did not mince words in her public statements, suggesting that the DOJ’s behavior constitutes a deliberate act of obstruction. If true, such actions could violate federal law and trigger an entirely new legal battle.
“The Biden DOJ has obstructed Congress, ignored subpoenas, and now appears to have destroyed critical evidence,” Luna said. “This is corruption at the highest level.”
Critics argue that this is yet another example of double standards in Washington. “Had this been a Republican-led DOJ accused of destroying documents in a child sex trafficking case, the media would be apoplectic,” one conservative commentator noted.
For years, the Epstein case has symbolized the deep rot within America’s elite circles. The financier’s suspicious death in prison and the subsequent lack of high-profile indictments have fueled accusations of a widespread cover-up.
Now, Luna’s allegations breathe new life into those concerns. If records were indeed destroyed, the implications are profound. It would mean that the DOJ, under Biden, actively shielded criminals from justice.
What’s more troubling is that these destroyed materials could have named prominent individuals—politicians, celebrities, and global financiers—who participated in or enabled Epstein’s crimes.
In this context, Luna’s SHRED Act isn’t just legislative symbolism. It is a clarion call for accountability in an era marked by elite impunity. Her bill seeks to ensure that future officials think twice before erasing truth from the historical record.
Despite Luna’s repeated calls for transparency, there has been no formal response from Attorney General Merrick Garland. The silence speaks volumes to many who believe the DOJ is stonewalling on purpose.
Meanwhile, conservative lawmakers have rallied behind Luna. A growing number of Republicans in the House and Senate are voicing support for investigations into the DOJ’s handling of Epstein evidence.
Some have even floated the idea of appointing a special counsel to probe the matter independently. Given the stakes, such a move may be the only path forward to restore public confidence.
This latest scandal further erodes the credibility of an already battered Department of Justice. From the Hunter Biden laptop fiasco to the political targeting of conservatives, the agency has been repeatedly accused of partisanship.
Now, with Epstein documents allegedly destroyed, the DOJ’s credibility is in tatters. Public trust, once broken, is hard to rebuild.
The American people deserve the truth. And if Luna’s allegations are accurate, they deserve justice, no matter how high the guilty parties sit.[/expander_maker]
