California Congressman expresses confidence in democratic institutions, calls for focus on policy ahead of midterms

A divide within the Democratic Party over the future of American democracy was highlighted on “Meet the Press” Sunday, as Representative Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) offered a sharp rebuke to comments made by California Governor Gavin Newsom.

During an interview with moderator Kristen Welker, Rep. Khanna was asked to respond to Governor Newsom’s recent warning that President Trump might not leave office at the conclusion of his term in 2028. Newsom, in a clip shown on the program, stated, “You think he’s joking about 2028? … Wake up. You will lose your country.”

In response to Welker’s question about whether he shared Newsom’s fears, Khanna struck a confident and optimistic tone.

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