Trending Now - Gavin Newsom Slams Joe Rogan as 'tofu' in Heated Exchange

WHO:

NY Post - California Governor Gavin Newsom responded to podcaster Joe Rogan.

Fox News - Joe Rogan referred to Gavin Newsom as an "f---ing con man."

WHAT:

NY Post - Gavin Newsom mocked Joe Rogan on social media, stating, "He is worse than chicken. He is TOFU," in response to Rogan's comments.

Fox News - Newsom's post included the quote: "JOE 'LITTLE GUY' ROGAN IS TOO CHICKEN TO HAVE ME ON HIS FAILING PODCAST BECAUSE HE KNOW I'D CRUSH HIM, SO HE TAKES CHEAP SHOTS FROM THE PEANUT GALLERY AS HE GETS RELEGATED TO IRRELEVANCY. ALL TALK, NO ACTION. I'M READY WHEN YOU ARE, 'LITTLE GUY.' OR KEEP HIDING!!!! — Governor GCN."

NY Post - Gavin Newsom responded to Joe Rogan's comments by stating, "He is worse than chicken. He is TOFU."

Fox News - Newsom's post included the quote: "I'M READY WHEN YOU ARE, 'LITTLE GUY.' OR KEEP HIDING!!!! — Governor GCN."

Fox News - Rogan stated, "Nobody wants President Newsom either," and described him as "a f---ing con man" during a discussion in 2023.

NY Post - Gavin Newsom mocked Joe Rogan on social media, stating, "He is worse than chicken. He is TOFU."

Deadline - Gavin Newsom mocked Joe Rogan, calling him "tofu" and "little guy."

Fox News - Newsom's press office account posted a message stating Rogan is "too chicken" to have him on his podcast.

Fox News - Newsom's post included the quote: "JOE 'LITTLE GUY' ROGAN IS TOO CHICKEN TO HAVE ME ON HIS FAILING PODCAST BECAUSE HE KNOW I'D CRUSH HIM."

Fox News - Rogan criticized Newsom's governance, stating, "You have the highest unemployment. You have the highest homelessness."

WHERE:

Fox News - Newsom spoke during a press conference at San Lorenzo High School in San Lorenzo, California.

Fox News - Joe Rogan was at the UFC 320 event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

WHEN:

Fox News - Gavin Newsom is scheduled to appear on HBO's "Real Time with Bill Maher" on May 5, 2026.

Fox News - Gavin Newsom is scheduled to appear on HBO's "Real Time with Bill Maher" tonight.

Fox News - The clip of Rogan calling Newsom an "f---ing con man" was from a discussion in 2023.

Fox News - Newsom's press office account posted a response to Rogan in October 2025.

WHY:

Deadline - Newsom is preparing to step up to the political heavyweight league with an almost certain 2028 White House campaign.

Deadline - Newsom is preparing for a potential 2028 White House campaign.

Fox News - Rogan's comments were in response to Newsom's actions regarding vaccine mandates and public health measures.

HOW:

Fox News - Newsom used social media to respond to Rogan's comments and to challenge him publicly.

(UPDATED May 2, 2026 17:13 UTC)

Gavin Newsom took to social media to mock Joe Rogan, calling him "worse than chicken" and "TOFU," while challenging him to have a real conversation instead of taking cheap shots. In his post, Newsom claimed Rogan is "too chicken" to invite him on his podcast, asserting that he would "crush him" if given the chance. Newsom is set to appear on HBO's "Real Time with Bill Maher" on May 5, 2026, as he gears up for what seems to be a serious bid for the 2028 presidential campaign.

(UPDATED May 2, 2026 07:19 UTC)

Gavin Newsom has fired back at Joe Rogan's recent comments, calling him "worse than chicken" and "TOFU," while also challenging him with the quote, "I'M READY WHEN YOU ARE, 'LITTLE GUY.' OR KEEP HIDING!!!!" Rogan, in a discussion from 2023, dismissed Newsom by saying, "Nobody wants President Newsom either," and labeled him as "a f---ing con man." Newsom is set to appear on HBO's "Real Time with Bill Maher" on May 5, 2026.

(UPDATED May 2, 2026 05:46 UTC)

Gavin Newsom took to social media to mock Joe Rogan, calling him "worse than chicken" and "TOFU," while challenging him to appear on his podcast. Newsom's post included a bold statement, saying, "JOE 'LITTLE GUY' ROGAN IS TOO CHICKEN TO HAVE ME ON HIS FAILING PODCAST BECAUSE HE KNOW I'D CRUSH HIM," and he expressed his readiness to engage with Rogan directly. In the meantime, Newsom is set to appear on HBO's "Real Time with Bill Maher" tonight.

(UPDATED May 2, 2026 01:23 UTC)

California Governor Gavin Newsom has fired back at podcaster Joe Rogan after Rogan called him an "f---ing con man" during a discussion. At a press conference in San Lorenzo, Newsom mocked Rogan, referring to him as "tofu" and "little guy," while his press office claimed Rogan is "too chicken" to have him on his podcast, stating, "JOE 'LITTLE GUY' ROGAN IS TOO CHICKEN TO HAVE ME ON HIS FAILING PODCAST BECAUSE HE KNOW I'D CRUSH HIM." This exchange comes as Newsom prepares for a potential 2028 White House campaign, with Rogan's comments stemming from his criticism of Newsom's governance, particularly regarding vaccine mandates and public health measures.