Overview
- On The Joe Rogan Experience with guest Jack Carr, Rogan called Gavin Newsom a "bullsh*t artist" and mocked his presidential ambitions, saying he "ruined" a city and the state.
- Newsom responded on X with a chicken emoji, listed California economic rankings, and told Rogan to "invite me on any time."
- Appearing on the Higher Learning podcast, Newsom said he is "punching back," called Rogan a "son of a bitch," and claimed the host "won't have me on."
- After the hosts floated it, Newsom also invited Rogan to debate on the governor’s own podcast, saying, "Come on my show, Joe."
- Outlets report no public acceptance from Rogan or his team, as the viral clips rack up millions of views and coverage notes Rogan’s 2024 Trump endorsement and sizable audience.