California Governor Newsom said at the Munich Security Conference today: "In American history, there has never been a president more destructive than the current occupant of the White House. The leadership of the United States in addressing the climate crisis is now precarious. Trump is betraying American automakers, letting China dominate the future of electric vehicles and clean energy. There is no doubt that California will continue to vigorously promote zero-emission vehicles, clean technology, and innovation. I want to make one thing clear: Donald Trump's government is temporary, but California's commitment is long-term. He will leave office in three years. Our determination to address climate change is unwavering, and we will continue to be a stable and reliable partner in this struggle."
Commentary: Newsom's remarks are not just criticism, but a direct negation of the legitimacy and leadership of the Trump administration on the international stage: characterizing Trump as "the most destructive president in history" is an announcement to European and global allies - the current White House line does not represent America and is not trustworthy; pointing out that Trump's policies will let China lead the clean energy and electric vehicle industries is precisely targeting the competitiveness anxiety that the West cares most about, directly linking the climate issue to the height of national security and economic dominance. On one hand, he uses "he will leave office in three years" to emphasize the temporary nature of the Trump administration's policies, while on the other hand, he gives Europe a sense of security with California's long-term commitment. Essentially, it is using state power to counter federal power, laying the groundwork for his 2028 presidential campaign.
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