Newsom travels to Turkey for climate conference, blasts Trump as a 'no-show'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom's trip to Turkey for the United Nations Climate Change Conference highlights his efforts to assert California's voice on global climate issues in the absence of federal leadership. Newsom took the opportunity to criticize former President Trump, who notably did not attend the conference, underscoring his commitment to international cooperation on climate change. This visit signifies a shift in the U.S. stance on climate policy, positioning California as a proactive leader in the fight against climate change.