Episode Details

California’s governor, Gavin Newsom, says that President Trump’s decision to send federal troops into Los Angeles is a “brazen abuse of power” and a defining moment for American democracy.Governor Newsom sits down with Michael Barbaro to discuss Mr. Trump, illegal immigration, the protests and how he thinks the standoff in Los Angeles will end.Guest: Gavin Newsom, the governor of CaliforniaBackground reading: 

• President Trump has expanded domestic use of the armed forces, testing the limits on involving troops at protests and the border.
• Gov. Gavin Newsom of California called on Americans to stand up to Mr. Trump in a nationally televised address.

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