California Governor Gavin Newsom has faced widespread criticism from various political commentators and public figures for his recent attempts to mimic former President Donald Trump on social media. Joe Scarborough of MSNBC's "Morning Joe," typically aligned with left-wing perspectives, described Newsom's impersonation as "quite embarrassing" and suggested that the Democratic Party is struggling to find its footing. Other commentators have condemned Newsom's leadership of California, highlighting economic challenges such as rising unemployment and high gas prices. Critics, including Senator Ted Cruz, have accused Newsom of turning California into a "left-wing dystopian nightmare," with jobs and residents leaving the state due to his policies. Some have also pointed out that California, despite being the world's fourth-largest economy, is experiencing conditions likened to a "third world country" under Newsom's governance. The criticism extends to concerns about the state's business environment and overall economic health, with detractors warning that Newsom's approach could negatively impact the broader United States if he were to become president.