Gov. Gavin Newsom faces online backlash for basketball foul in Chinese school yard.
California Governor’s Basketball Game in China Goes Viral
Gavin Newsom, the Democratic Governor of California, recently made headlines when a video of his pick-up basketball game in China surfaced on social media. The video captured a moment where Newsom collided with a young boy on the court, sparking both criticism and amusement.
A Playful Collision on the Court
In the video, Newsom can be seen playing basketball with elementary-aged children. As he dribbled the ball towards the key, a brave boy stepped up to block him. Undeterred, Newsom continued his drive, accidentally knocking both himself and the boy to the ground.
Quick to react, Newsom wrapped the boy in a bear hug to protect him from hitting the ground. Meanwhile, the governor landed on his hip. With a playful spirit, Newsom rolled over so that the boy was on top of him, and even gave him a friendly spank. Both of them emerged from the incident unharmed, sharing smiles.
Mixed Reactions on Social Media
The video quickly gained attention on social media, eliciting a range of responses. Some praised Newsom for his relatability and cool demeanor, while others criticized the incident as a phony attempt to connect with voters.
Despite the playful mishap, Newsom’s recent trip to China was not without controversy. While he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping, he faced criticism for not addressing the country’s human rights abuses. Instead, Newsom focused on discussions surrounding climate issues, such as electric vehicle transitions, offshore wind power, conservation efforts, and air pollution.
Love him or hate him, Newsom’s basketball game in China certainly made waves and added a unique twist to his diplomatic visit.
How did Governor Gavin Newsom’s basketball game in China capture widespread attention on social media?
California Governor Gavin Newsom recently gained widespread attention when a video of his pick-up basketball game in China went viral on social media. The video captured a moment where Newsom collided with a young boy on the court, resulting in both criticism and amusement.
In the video, Newsom can be seen playing basketball with elementary-aged children. As he dribbled the ball towards the key, a brave boy stepped up to block him. Undeterred, Newsom continued his drive, accidentally knocking both himself and the boy to the ground.
Quick to react, Newsom wrapped the boy in a bear hug to protect him from hitting the ground. Meanwhile, the governor landed on his hip. With a playful spirit, Newsom rolled over so that the boy was on top of him and even gave him a friendly spank. Both of them emerged from the incident unharmed, sharing smiles.
The video quickly gained attention on social media, eliciting a range of responses. Some praised Newsom for his relatability and cool demeanor, while others criticized the incident as a phony attempt to connect with voters.
Despite the playful mishap, Newsom’s recent trip to China was not without controversy. While he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping, he faced criticism for not addressing the country’s human rights abuses. Instead, Newsom focused on discussions surrounding climate issues, such as electric vehicle transitions, offshore wind power, conservation efforts, and air pollution.
Love him or hate him, Newsom’s basketball game in China certainly made waves and added a unique twist to his diplomatic visit.
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