During a recent appearance on the podcast "Pod Save America," California Governor Gavin Newsom addressed the last-minute decision by the Democratic Party to replace President Joe Biden with Vice President Kamala Harris just days before the Democratic National Convention. While Newsom seemed to take the change in stride, he did not appear completely enthusiastic about the arrangement.
When asked about his feelings regarding the switch, Newsom responded with a hint of sarcasm, stating that the process was "very open" and "inclusive" and joking that he had been told what to say. The hosts of the podcast laughed at Newsom's comments, describing the decision as a "blitz primary" and a "very fast blitz."
Newsom went on to describe the convention as a "30-minute convention" that took place between two tweets. Despite the swift change, he emphasized the unity of the party, stating that everyone was on board and that the level of unity was "next level."
Overall, Newsom's response to the last-minute switch-up appeared to be lighthearted and somewhat tongue-in-cheek. While he did not express outright opposition to the decision, he also did not seem particularly thrilled with the sudden change. The conversation on the podcast highlighted the fast-paced nature of the decision-making process within the Democratic Party and the need for party members to adapt quickly to unforeseen circumstances.