Newsom slammed by conservatives for use of ‘First Partner’ in wife’s birthday post

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Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) posted on X Thursday for his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom’s birthday, calling her the “First Partner of California,” which immediately drew criticism from conservatives confused over the phrasing.

The post featured a picture of Newsom’s wife with her head on his shoulder and a caption about what an amazing mother she is.

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