California Governor Gavin Newsom stirred controversy this Thanksgiving by taking a pointed swipe at President Donald Trump through a sarcastic holiday message on social media.

The post, which quickly gained traction online, blended humor, political criticism, and a bit of theatrical trolling, a style Newsom has used before when targeting Trump.

Newsom shared an AI-generated image of a turkey with President Trump’s face digitally placed on it. The image included a black “censored” bar over the turkey’s neck, adding a layer of visual mockery that played into ongoing jokes critics often make about Trump’s appearance.

Alongside the edited image, Newsom wrote a sharply worded caption:
“Happy Thanksgiving to everyone — except the turkey who tried to storm the dinner table.”
The message was a thinly veiled reference to Trump and the accusations that he encouraged unrest during the events surrounding January 6.

This blend of holiday cheer and political satire immediately set social media buzzing. Supporters applauded Newsom for his boldness, while Trump loyalists condemned the post as disrespectful and unbecoming of a sitting governor.

Despite the backlash, the jab fits into a broader pattern. Newsom has frequently used memes, humor, and pop-culture-style messaging to challenge Trump publicly, hoping to energize his political base and reinforce himself as one of the most outspoken Democratic critics of the president.

Political analysts note that the post is more than just a joke — it’s a strategic positioning move. With national attention on Newsom’s future ambitions, each public exchange with Trump adds fuel to ongoing speculation about whether the California governor intends to step further into the national spotlight.

For now, Newsom’s Thanksgiving message has once again placed him at the center of the political conversation — using a turkey-themed meme to take a swing at the nation’s most influential political figure.