Gavin Newsom ‘readying himself' for presidential bid in 2028
'He has been trying to move his position more to the centre from that progressive flank of the Democrats, by having a podcast and talking to more right-wing figures and taking more conservative stances on social issues,' Mr Stefanovic said.
'I'm pretty sure he is getting himself ready for a run to possibly try and lead the Democrats.'
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