Newsom recall supporter ‘not buying’ governor’s 52% approval rating
Share and Follow


() Actor Mel Gibson, recently named one of President Donald Trump’s special ambassadors to Hollywood, joined an effort to recall California Gov. Gavin Newsom following the devastating and deadly Los Angeles wildfires.

Randy Economy, who is spearheading the effort to recall Newsom, told ’s “The Hill” he doesn’t believe recent polling that shows 52% of Californians approve of the governor’s performance.

“I don’t agree with that poll. I just don’t,” said Economy. “I’m here on the ground. I see the pain and the anger.”

Twenty-nine people were killed in the Palisades and Eaton fires, which combined to burn over 37,000 acres and destroy thousands of homes and businesses.

Newsom has said that the LA wildfires, which broke out Jan. 7 amid the strongest Santa Ana winds in years, could be the worst natural disaster in U.S. history.

“We deserve much more and much better, and there is absolutely no adequate excuse the governor or mayor can make for this gross mismanagement and failure to preemptively deal with what they knew was coming,” said Economy.

The new recall effort is now the eighth attempt against the governor in six years.

“We’ve had one recall attempt against Governor Newsom that has hit the ballot,” said Economy. “It’s a long process to be able to get through that actual maze of bureaucracy and to get people to actually.”

Economy believes his group still has a shot at booting the governor out of office.

Why?

“Because of Gavin Newsom himself,” Economy said.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Supreme Court to hear Louisiana congressional map dispute

Supreme Court to hear Louisiana congressional map dispute

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) The U.S. Supreme Court will hold a hearing this…
ICE agents spotted near church in Rogers Park, Chicago; Gov. Pritzker speaks on National Guard ruling; Broadview protests continue

ICE agents spotted near church in Rogers Park, Chicago; Gov. Pritzker speaks on National Guard ruling; Broadview protests continue

BROADVIEW, Ill. (WLS) — Protesters remained in the vicinity of ICE’s Broadview…
'War is over' Trump declares on Air Force One as he heads to Israel for hostage release

Trump Announces ‘End of War’ En Route to Israel for Hostage Release Mission

On his journey to Israel aboard Air Force One Sunday night, President…
Israel celebrates ceasefire deal ahead of Trump visit

Israel celebrates ceasefire deal ahead of Trump visit

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site…
Sand cliffs in Fernandina Beach

Sand cliffs in Fernandina Beach

The City of Fernandina Beach reports some of the cliffs are as…
Fred Warner carted off with gruesome ankle injury in gutting 49ers scene

49ers’ Star Fred Warner Suffers Devastating Ankle Injury: Impact on Season Uncertain

The San Francisco 49ers suffered a significant defensive blow on Sunday when…
Chicago crime: Suspect steals from IL Culaccino restaurant in South Loop while customers dine nearby, surveillance video shows

Chicago crime: Suspect steals from IL Culaccino restaurant in South Loop while customers dine nearby, surveillance video shows

CHICAGO (WLS) — Surveillance video captured a suspect stealing from a downtown…
Pigmented Black Fine Art Faire to celebrate art, culture and legacy at Zhou B Art Center in Bridgeport, Chicago.

Pigmented Black Fine Art Faire to celebrate art, culture and legacy at Zhou B Art Center in Bridgeport, Chicago.

CHICAGO (WLS) — Pigment International’s inaugural Pigmented: Black Fine Art Faire will…