Newsom says Democratic Party is aligned with some socialist ideas

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said in an interview that many Democratic Party positions overlap with ideas promoted by the Democratic Socialists of America, including universal healthcare, climate action and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Speaking with PBS NewsHour about the Democratic Party’s direction, Newsom said the party is already aligned with goals such as getting money out of politics, lowering costs and expanding access to healthcare. He described those ideas as part of the party’s broader platform rather than something separate from mainstream Democrats. Newsom also said concerns about socialist influence in politics are often overstated, arguing that the movement reflects longstanding progressive views within the party. The comments come as he is widely discussed as a possible 2028 presidential candidate.