Biden Says Newsom ‘Could Have the Job I’m Looking For’
Published on November 17, 2023
It’s not surprising President Joe Biden spoke warmly about California Gov. Gavin Newsom at an event that saw Chinese leader Xi Jinping visit the United States. But one comment has fed rumors that Mr. Newsom could be his heir apparent as soon as next year. “He’s been one hell of a governor, man,” President Biden said to cheers at the Asia-Pacific Cooperation Conference (APEC) on Nov. 16 in San Francisco. “Matter of fact, he could be anything he wants. Matter of fact, he could have the job I’m looking for.” Mr. Newsom has been one of the commander-in-chief’s most steadfast allies. As speculation has mounted over a possible White House run by the Golden State’s leader, he has consistently signaled he will not seek the job....