On Monday, former U.S. President Donald Trump criticized a clean energy agreement between California and Britain, referring to California's Governor Gavin Newsom as a "loser". This agreement, which aims to boost investments and expand the use of clean energy technologies, has been met with Trump's disdain as he belittles Newsom's efforts in environmental policy and leadership. Trump suggested that Newsom's actions have led to negative outcomes, stating that everything he touches turns into rubbish due to California's dire state under his governance.

Trump's comments were delivered during an interview with Politico, where he replaced Newsom's surname with a derisive alteration, "Newscum," drawing attention to his contempt for the governor. The agreement itself is intended to accelerate clean energy investments, providing opportunities for British businesses to export to California's market, a move regarded as crucial in combating climate change.

The implications of Trump's remarks highlight the ongoing political tensions surrounding climate policy in the U.S., especially as California positions itself as a leader in clean energy initiatives. Given Trump's previous administration's rollback of environmental regulations, his criticisms may further inflame the debate over the effectiveness and direction of climate policies at both state and national levels.