Newsom’s Past Affair Resurfaces | Bakersfield News

Gavin Newsom’s past affair with former staffer Ruby Rippey is back in the spotlight, and his team is doubling down on their old playbook: don’t deny it. The story, first reported two decades ago when he was mayor, is now reignited by Rippey’s Vanity Fair essay, where she takes responsibility while highlighting the power imbalance. Newsom has previously admitted the affair and even referenced it in his memoir. His administration is treating this as “old news,” confident it won’t hurt his political standing—especially as he eyes a presidential run. But insiders admit the timing is awkward, calling the resurgence “suboptimal” for his ambitions. 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.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4bc57e64ea759d42