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Newsom Promotes New Memoir as He Ramps Up National Spotlight

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California Governor Gavin Newsom speaks with Harry Sisson to promote his book, "Young Man in a Hurry" at the Streicker Cultural Center, in New York, on Feb. 24, 2026. (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP via Getty Images)

Governor Gavin Newsom is hitting the road to promote his new book, “Young Man in a Hurry: A Memoir of Discovery.” It’s a revealing take on his childhood, family life, struggles with dyslexia and rise in politics. Scott, Marisa and Guy discuss the book and how Newsom is using the tour to boost his national profile and raise money for Democrats in states like Tennessee and Georgia. 

Then, they discuss President Trump’s State of the Union pledge to target blue states, including California, in his war on fraud.

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