Treasury Secretary Bessent Calls Governor Newsom 'Economically Illiterate' at Davos

Bessent's Criticism of Newsom

• ⚡ Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has blasted California Governor Gavin Newsom, calling him "economically illiterate."
• 🎯 Bessent made these comments at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
• 🎭 He compared Newsom to the fictional character Patrick Bateman from "American Psycho."

Newsom's Past Remarks and California Issues

• 🗣️ Newsom had previously referred to Treasury Secretary Bessent as a "smug man."
• ⚠️ Bessent suggested Newsom's policies have led to outward migration from California.
• 🍽️ Bessent also referenced Newsom's past dining experiences at The French Laundry while others faced restrictions.

Newsom's Absence from Gubernatorial Debate

• 📺 Fox 11 is co-hosting a gubernatorial debate on Tuesday, February 3rd in San Francisco.
• 🚫 Newsom, who is termed out, is not scheduled to attend the debate.
• 📱 Viewers can watch the debate live on Fox 11 or stream it on the Fox Local app and submit questions via a QR code.