Newsom’s Fly-Fishing Move and Political Calculus | San Diego News

Governor Gavin Newsom’s fly-fishing trip sparked political buzz when he hinted he’d skip a presidential run if Kamala Harris does — warning it could doom both of them in primaries. Seen as a calculated move to seem more relatable while preserving his sharp, polished image, the moment ignited debate about his strategy. Meanwhile, new economic forecasts predict the 2028 LA Olympics will pump in $40 billion and create 200,000 jobs — many without college degrees needed. A former Metrolink exec sues over safety concerns that led to his firing. And Newsom signed new wildfire smoke damage standards to guide homeowners through recovery. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.latimes.com/california/newsletter/2026-09-16/gavin-newsom-knee-deep-in-political-theater More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1c2a2099313ec426 Report issues to [email protected].