Gavin Newsom’s gross response to The Post’s ‘testicle-crushing’ pose coverage backfires – sparking wave of memes

nypostPublished on 2025-12-08Last updated on 2025-12-08

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California Governor Gavin Newsom faced online backlash and became the subject of widespread memes after responding dismissively to a New York Post article about his controversial "testicle-crushing" pose. The Post's coverage, which included a video, highlighted the awkward moment, prompting Newsom to mock the outlet. His response was widely criticized as inappropriate and out of touch, further fueling ridicule and humorous reactions across social media platforms. The incident amplified scrutiny of the governor and drew significant public attention.

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