Gavin Newsom Calls Trump-Supporting Boxer a ‘Snowflake’
California Governor Gavin Newsom has publicly responded to boxer and influencer Jake Paul’s recent outburst regarding the Super Bowl halftime show featuring Bad Bunny. In a message released by Newsom’s press office on X, he referred to Paul as a “little MAGA snowflake,” accompanied by a snowflake emoji.
Context of the Super Bowl Halftime Show Controversy
During the Super Bowl, Paul criticized the halftime performance by Bad Bunny, stating his intention to “turn off the halftime show.” He encouraged his followers to take a stand against corporations, suggesting they could influence viewership.
- Paul described Bad Bunny as a “fake American citizen” for publicly expressing negativity toward America.
- Bad Bunny is a Puerto Rican native, thereby holding U.S. citizenship by virtue of Puerto Rico being a U.S. territory.
Background on Jake Paul’s Political Views
Newsom’s use of the term “MAGA snowflake” reflects Paul’s support for former President Donald Trump. Paul has officially endorsed Trump’s candidacy for the 2024 election. Following an assassination attempt on Trump, Paul took to social media to express his views.
- He stated, “If it isn’t apparent enough who God wants to win.”
- He used the hashtag #Trump2024 in his posts.
This interaction highlights the intersection of sports, celebrity culture, and political discourse, as figures like Gavin Newsom and Jake Paul engage in public commentary about national identity and political allegiance.
