Has Governor Gavin Newsom’s political narcissism reached new heights? A bombshell revelation claims California’s Democratic Governor secretly funded a bronze bust of himself inside San Francisco City Hall during his mayoral tenure, raising serious questions about his character and priorities as he positions himself for potential higher office.
At a glance:
- Gavin Newsom allegedly arranged and partially funded a $97,000 bronze bust of himself for San Francisco City Hall
- The revelation comes from a new book titled “Fool’s Gold: The Radicals, Con Artists, and Traitors Who Killed the California Dream”
- Newsom’s own companies reportedly contributed $10,000 toward the monument
- The Governor used “behested payments” from private donors to fund the bust while claiming ignorance about its details
- Critics view the monument as evidence of Newsom’s narcissism and disconnect from California’s pressing problems
Monument to Himself: Newsom’s Secret City Hall Tribute
California Governor Gavin Newsom secretly commissioned and funded a bronze bust of himself to be placed in San Francisco City Hall, according to explosive revelations in a newly released book. The self-aggrandizing monument, costing a staggering $97,000, was reportedly financed through “behested payments” – contributions from private donors directed to a nonprofit specifically for a “Mayoral Bust.”
The bombshell details emerge from “Fool’s Gold: The Radicals, Con Artists, and Traitors Who Killed the California Dream and Now Threaten Us All,” authored by Susan Crabtree and Jedd McFatter. According to the authors, Newsom’s own companies contributed $10,000 toward the monument celebrating himself, while he publicly maintained ignorance about the funding sources and design.
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— Susan Crabtree (@susancrabtree) March 11, 2025
Democrat Governor’s Awkward Explanation
When questioned about the bust, Newsom attempted to downplay his involvement despite evidence his own businesses contributed financially. “I don’t want to call it embarrassing, but it’s a strange thing, I’m just awkward about it. But now the word is out,” Newsom stated, seemingly uncomfortable with the revelation becoming public knowledge.
The funds for the bust reportedly came from several sources including Balboa Cafe Partners, PlumpJack Management Group, and the H B and Lucille Horn Foundation. The unveiling ceremony was notably low-profile with minimal attendance and zero press coverage, suggesting Newsom wanted to keep his self-commemoration out of the public eye while he was running for lieutenant Governor.
Political Ambitions and Public Criticism
The timing of the revelation could hardly be worse for Newsom, who continues to position himself as a potential Democratic presidential candidate for 2028. Critics have seized on the monument as evidence of Newsom’s narcissism and disconnect from the serious problems facing California, including homelessness, wildfires, and economic challenges.
Newsom has recently attempted to appeal to conservatives by launching a podcast featuring interviews with figures like Charlie Kirk and Michael Savage. The monument scandal, however, threatens to undermine these efforts by reinforcing perceptions that Newsom prioritizes self-promotion over addressing California’s pressing issues.
The Governor’s office has not provided any comment regarding the bust, maintaining radio silence as criticism mounts. With Californians struggling under high taxes, rampant homelessness, and failing infrastructure, Newsom’s secret monument, and what it reveals about his personality, chimes with an increasing belief among the American public that the Democrats are disconnected elitists.
