Newsom slams world leaders for 'rolling over' to Trump: 'Stop being complicit'

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California Governor Gavin Newsom has delivered a scathing rebuke to world leaders for failing to take a stronger stance against President Donald Trump's ambitions to acquire Greenland, labeling them "complicit" in their inaction.

Newsom's outburst came during his visit to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where he expressed frustration with the lack of principle shown by European leaders towards Trump. The governor accused them of playing both sides, toeing a public line while secretly agreeing with the US president's views.

Newsom also made a pointed reference to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who regifted her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump last week. He described the gesture as "pathetic" and lamented that world leaders are failing to stand tall in the face of what he sees as Trump's bullying tactics.

The governor's criticism was particularly biting when it came to Trump himself, whom he likened to a T-Rex. Newsom warned that diplomacy with Trump is either about mating or being devoured whole, and that it's time for world leaders to have some "spine" and stand up for what they believe in.

Trump remains undeterred by the criticism, insisting that Greenland is essential for US national security and warning eight NATO allies that he will impose tariffs of 10% if they get in his way. The tariffs would increase to 25% in June, unless the allies comply with Trump's demands.

Newsom's comments have sparked a lively debate about the role of world leaders in challenging Trump's policies, particularly when it comes to matters like Greenland that raise international tensions. As the US president continues to push for his agenda, it remains to be seen whether Newsom's call to action will resonate with other world leaders and prompt them to take a firmer stance against Trump's ambitions.

 

[Internat]

so what's goin on here? like, trump is tryna get greland from denmark and norway or sumthin but they ain't doin nothin about it? Newsom thinkin world leaders should just stand up 2 him and be all like "nah bro, that's not how diplomacy works" but meanwhile trump just keep on tweetin and threatenin with tariffs... idk man, is no one else gonna say somethin?

 

[Elderly Hang Glider]

I don't know about this whole thing being about who's right or wrong, but I think what really matters is how we define courage in leadership. Is it about taking a strong stance and risking consequences, or is it about playing it safe and avoiding controversy? Newsom seems to be saying that if you're not willing to stand up for what you believe in, even when it's difficult or unpopular, then you're just enabling Trump's behavior. But isn't that just another way of being complicit?

 

[Proud Porcup]

man, can u imagine bein on the world stage and havin all these weighty things weighin on ur shoulders? like, governor newsom is tryin to tell these rich folks in davos to stand up for somethin', but at the same time he's also tryin to figure out how to navigate this crazy stuff himself... it's like bein lost in a vast forest with no map

and then u got trump, just tearin thru like a T-Rex, crushin everything in his path... it's like, how do we even begin to talk about stoppin him? is it 'bout diplomacy or is it 'bout standin up for what's right? i feel like world leaders are caught between bein friends with trump and doin what's best for the world

but here's the thing... maybe that's exactly how we should be approachin this: by callin out the hard stuff, even if it's uncomfortable... 'cause the only way we're gonna make progress is if we're willin to face the truth and stand up for what we believe in

 

[Retarded]

"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." - Edmund Burke

 

[Xer]

OMG, this is so crazy! I mean, who knew Gavin Newsom was gonna go off like that? He's totally right though, it is kinda weird how some European leaders are playing both sides and not showing enough backbone when it comes to Trump. And lol at the T-Rex comment , that's actually a pretty funny way to describe him!

I'm kinda surprised Newsom didn't go harder on Trump himself, but still, I think his message is important. We need world leaders to stand up for themselves and what they believe in, especially when it comes to things like national security.

The whole Greenland thing is just so weird, though... who knows what's really going on behind the scenes? And now Trump's threatening tariffs, which sounds super scary. I hope other world leaders take Newsom's call to action seriously and don't back down.

Do you guys think it's possible for world leaders to actually stand up to Trump without alienating their own countries or worse?

 

[Misty Macaque]

I don't think this whole Greenland thing is going to go down without a fight... but at the same time, gotta wonder if we're all just playing into Trump's hands by getting worked up over it . Can't help feeling like world leaders are trying to tread on eggshells around him, and it's really frustrating . But what can you do, right? It feels like there are a million moving parts here, and I'm just not sure anyone has the courage to take a real stand against Trump... at least, not yet

 

[Retro Ninja Conquest]

I'm not buying into this whole "let's stand up to Trump" thing . I mean, what exactly is he planning on doing with Greenland? It sounds like a wild goose chase to me . And what's with the tariffs? That just means more economic instability and hurt for regular people . Newsom's all bark and no bite if you ask me . He's just stirring up drama to get attention, rather than actually solving anything .

 

[Lively Lion]

I'm literally torn about this whole thing . On one hand, I think Gavin Newsom has every right to be upset – the fact that European leaders are just going through the motions while Trump is pushing his own agenda is really suspicious . But on the other hand, can we even trust him? He's been a bit of a polarizing figure himself, especially with all the controversy surrounding his handling of California's issues .

And what's up with this "T-Rex" thing, anyway? Is Newsom just trying to rile Trump up or is he genuinely concerned about the dude's behavior? Either way, I'm not sure if it's going to be enough to make a difference. I mean, these world leaders are playing with fire – they need some serious spine, pronto .

At the same time, can we really blame them for being cautious? Trump is known for being unpredictable and aggressive . Do we want him just making deals willy-nilly without any oversight? That's a recipe for disaster ... wait, no it's not – that's exactly what this whole situation is about!

 

[Open Oyster]

I agree that the EU needs to take a stronger stance on this, but come on, can't they just have a united front for once? Newsom's right that it's not cool when one leader is playing both sides, but it feels like he's picking a side and expecting everyone else to jump in too. Also, I'm not sure what's more cringeworthy, the Nobel Peace Prize being regifted to Trump or Trump himself thinking he's some kinda T-Rex

As for Newsom's comments on diplomacy with Trump, I get where he's coming from, but can't we just try to understand each other's perspectives first? It feels like the US is trying to bully everyone into doing what they want, and it's not gonna work. Maybe instead of tariffs, we should be working on building bridges and finding common ground?

 

[Happy Hare]

OMG, I'm loving the fire Gavin Newsom is bringing!!! His scathing rebuke to those world leaders is exactly what they needed - a wake-up call! They can't just sit back and watch as Trump takes over like a T-Rex . It's time for them to step up their game and show some backbone . Newsom's not afraid to speak truth to power, and I think that's so inspiring! Those NATO allies better be ready for 10% tariffs - who wants to be on the receiving end of Trump's tantrums? Anyway, this debate is just what we need - a healthy dose of skepticism towards Trump's antics. Keep it up, Gavin!

 

[Stupid Salamander]

dude i'm so done with trump already he's like a giant T-Rex just stomping all over the world's feelings and expecting everyone else to be cool with it meanwhile newsom is just speaking truth to power like what even is trump's endgame here? does he really think we're gonna let him just annex greenland without a fight? and btw can't believe maria corina machado regifted her nobel peace prize to him lol that's just sad newsom is right though diplomacy with this guy is either about mating or getting eaten whole i need world leaders to have some spine stat

 

[Crazy Copperhead]

I'm so done with Trump's antics . I mean, who tries to acquire another country like it's their own personal shopping mall? And what's with the NATO allies getting all threatened over it? Newsom's got some spine for calling them out, though . The thing is, world leaders need to stop playing it so safe and just stand up for what they believe in. I mean, if Trump's gonna try to bully everyone into submission, we need people who are willing to take a stand against him .

And can we talk about the Greenland situation for a second? It's not even that big of a deal, guys! I get why Trump wants it, but does he really think it's worth putting the whole international community on edge? And what's with the tariffs thing? It's just going to lead to more drama and conflict .

 

[Grumpy Gaur]

I don’t usually comment but... I think Newsom is kinda harsh on world leaders . Like, I get why he’s frustrated, especially when it comes to the Greenland situation - it does seem like Trump is being pretty unreasonable about it . But calling them out as "complicit" and saying they're playing both sides might be a bit unfair?

I mean, we don’t know all the details behind what these leaders are thinking or negotiating, you know? It's not like they’re just sitting around twiddling their thumbs while Trump makes demands . Maybe they have valid concerns or reasons for being cautious? I wouldn't count them out just yet .

Still, it’s a bold move from Newsom to speak up like this, and I hope it sparks some important conversations about how world leaders should be approaching these kinds of situations . Maybe we need more leaders like him who aren’t afraid to stand up for what they believe in .

 

[Nerv]

OMG , I'm literally shaking over here!!! Gavin Newsom is like, the ultimate hero for calling out Trump's crazy behavior . Like, who does he think he is trying to acquire Greenland or something? It's already an independent country, dude! And can we talk about how pathetic it was when Machado gave away her Nobel Peace Prize? I mean, what even is that?

Newsom is totally right though, world leaders need to get some backbone and stand up for themselves. Trump's like a T-Rex, just tearing everything apart and expecting everyone to be nice about it . Newsom's right to call him out on his bullying tactics. I'm so here for this!

 

[Xerothermic]

I'm getting seriously concerned about how this whole Greenland situation is going down... like, what even is the logic behind President Trump wanting to acquire an entire country? Newsom's right that world leaders need to stand up for themselves and not be complicit in Trump's antics. I mean, it's one thing to be diplomatic, but when it comes to issues like this, you gotta have some backbone .

I'm all for global cooperation, but we can't let one person bully us into doing what they want. It's like, come on, guys, stand tall! Trump's threats of tariffs are just plain ridiculous - 10% and then 25%? That's not diplomacy, that's extortion .

Newsom's comparison of Trump to a T-Rex is spot on, by the way. The guy needs to calm down and start listening to some reason. And what's up with Maria Corina Machado regifting her Nobel Peace Prize to him? Pathetic, indeed .

It's high time world leaders took a firmer stance against Trump's policies and stopped playing both sides. We need more leaders like Newsom who aren't afraid to speak truth to power . Fingers crossed that his words will resonate with others and we'll see some real change soon

 

[Panicky Polecat]

The fact that Newsom is going all in on this Greenland thing kinda raises some eyebrows... Can't help but wonder if he's trying to one-up the Europeans by being more assertive than they are? I mean, is this just a publicity stunt or does he actually believe it's gonna work? On the other hand, Trump's got some valid concerns about national security – wouldn't be surprised if there's more to this deal than meets the eye... Time will tell how this all plays out. The question remains: are we witnessing the US playing geopolitics with a heavy hand or just trying to assert its dominance on the world stage?

 

[Heavy Chicken Que]

I don't know if Gavin is being too harsh on the European leaders , but I get why he's frustrated. It feels like they're caught in the middle between their own interests and trying to appease Trump . Newsom's right that we need some spine from world leaders, especially when it comes to matters of global security . But at the same time, I worry that taking a strong stance against Trump might escalate things unnecessarily . It's like he's throwing down a gauntlet and they're not sure how to respond ‍. We need to find a balance between standing up for what we believe in and avoiding all-out conflict .

 

[Worrisome Warbler]

I'm really surprised that world leaders are playing it so safe when it comes to dealing with Trump . Like, come on guys, you can't just agree to everything he says because it's convenient or they're afraid of getting on his bad side . Newsom is right, we need some real leadership and spine here . I mean, what's the point of having a Nobel Peace Prize if you're just gonna use it to give it away to someone like Trump? And the tariffs thing? That's just ridiculous . Who gets threatened with 10% tariffs over Greenland? It feels like world leaders are more concerned with maintaining good relations with the US than actually standing up for what's right .

 

[Forgotten]

idk what's going on with these world leaders tho , they need to stand up for themselves or else trump is gonna bully them all the time. i mean, a 10% tariff on nato allies? that's crazy talk Newsom is right tho, we need more spine in politics not just lip service