"“I Should Have Brought a Bunch of Knee Pads!” – Newsom Has UNHINGED Meltdown Over President Trump at Davos"

by Cristina Laila Jan. 20, 2026

Why is California Governor Gavin Newsom at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland?

Newsom had a full-blown meltdown over President Trump during an impromptu interview with reporters in Davos.

The Democrat governor blasted European leaders and demanded they “stand up” to President Trump after a reporter asked him about their reaction to Trump’s position on Greenland.

“It’s time to buck up, it’s time to get serious and stop being complicit,” Newsom said.

“It’s time to stand tall and firm and have a backbone. I’ve seen this in the United States. A supine Congress playing both sides…It’s time to stand strong,” he said.

“What do you mean?” the reporter asked Newsom.

I can’t take this complicity — people rolling over! I should have brought a bunch of knee pads for all the world leaders!” Newsom said, trashing European leaders.

“I mean, handing out crowns – this is pathetic! Nobel Prizes – they’re being given away — I mean it’s just pathetic!” Newsom said.

“I hope people understand how pathetic they look on the world stage. I mean, at least from an American perspective, it’s embarrassing,” he said.

“Diplomacy with Donald Trump, he’s a T-rex! You mate with him, or he devours you!” Newsom said.

Without offering any specifics, Newsom repeatedly said it is time for the European leaders to stand up to Trump.

This is the best that the Democrats have for 2028.

Video at thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/newsom-has-unhinged-meltdown-president-trump-davos-video/