Bill Maher drags Gavin Newsom for high-speed rail and sky-high gas in blistering interview

California Gov.Gavin Newsom walked into friendly territory — and still got hammered.During a Friday night appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher, the Democrat was supposed to plug his memoir and trade political jabs.

Instead, host Bill Maher put Newsom on the spot over the very issues dogging his leadership in the state.Maher, who’s previously encouraged Newsom to run for president, didn’t hold back, especially when it came to California’s long-troubled high-speed rail project.“I say this as a friend, you got to let that train go!”The blunt advice came as Maher ticked through the Golden State’s mounting problems — sky-high gas prices, crushing rents and a laundry list of economic complaints that critics say define Newsom’s tenure.“The other side, what they are going to say though is, but have you seen the stats from California?” Maher pressed.“Good! Fourth largest economy.Let’s go!” Newsom fired back.

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By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.Never miss a story Maher wasn’t buying it.“Well… are they going to say good about gas prices?” he replied.

“Are they going to say good about how high their rents are? So many people live…I mean there’s a whole litany.”Then came the kicker — the state’s infamous rail project, now carrying a jaw-dropping price tag.“I mean the train! Gavin, you got to get rid of the train!” Maher said.“I say this as a friend, you got to let that train go! Let the train go.”“It’s up to $231 billion.”The moment appeared to catch Newsom off guard, his expression shifting as the criticism landed.California Post News: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, WhatsApp, LinkedInCalifornia Post Sports Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, XCalifornia Post Opinion California Post Newsletters: Sign up here...