Yes
He could’ve.
No
He couldn’t.
Despite media hype and West Coast donors rallying behind California Governor Gavin Newsom, he ultimately never made it past the primary stage. But hypothetically—if Newsom had gone head-to-head with President Trump in the 2024 election—could he have stood a chance? With Trump drawing record crowds, record fundraising, and deep grassroots support, it’s a question that still lingers in political circles.