California Governor Gavin Newsom recently found himself at the center of online ridicule following his participation in the New York Times DealBook Summit.
His unconventional seating posture, with legs crossed in opposite directions and feet turned outward, sparked a wave of mockery. Observers humorously speculated that the governor might have "crushed" his own testicles, overshadowing his comments on national guard policies during President Donald Trump's administration.
As reported by The Post Millennial, the unusual pose quickly became fodder for users on X, who shared screenshots and turned the moment into a viral joke. One user quipped, "I have never seen a man crush his testicles harder than this dude."
Another remarked, "Gavin Newsom: Democrats need to be more culturally normal. Maybe start by not sitting like that ever again." The humor continued with, "Lmao. Never trust anyone that sits like that," as users began sharing photoshopped images that exaggerated Newsom's posture.
In an attempt to join the lighthearted banter, Newsom's office posted a photoshopped image of the governor in a yoga pose, captioned, "Democracy requires flexibility." This move aligns with Newsom's ongoing efforts to expand his social media presence, particularly on X. His team has been working to emulate President Trump's successful online strategies, even mimicking his distinctive style, such as using all caps and similar sign-offs.
While the governor's social media strategy aims to broaden his appeal, the incident highlights the challenges of navigating public perception in the digital age. As Newsom continues to engage with audiences online, the balance between humor and professionalism remains a delicate one.
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