Gavin Newsom slams U.S. no-show at COP30 as ‘a disgrace’—and warns of China’s rise

With the White House silent, Gavin Newsom takes California’s climate fight global. His bold move at COP30 hints at a 2028 presidential play—and a warning for Biden.

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2025 November 14 . 11:12 AM

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Gavin Newsom slams U.S. no-show at COP30 as ‘a disgrace’—and warns of China’s rise

California Governor Gavin Newsom has condemned the U.S. absence from the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30), describing it as 'a disgrace' and 'an abdication of leadership'. Newsom, who is considering a run for the U.S. presidency in 2028, travelled to Brazil to highlight California's commitment to climate action despite the federal government's lack of representation at the global event.

Besides the United States, several other countries were not represented at COP30. These include Chad, Niger, Solomon Islands, Micronesia, Guinea-Bissau, Sudan, Somalia, Tonga, Sierra Leone, and Eritrea. Newsom expressed regret over the U.S. absence, warning that it allows China to step into a leading role in the global energy transition. In response, Newsom's delegation in Brazil is attempting to fill the void left by the U.S. presidency at COP30.

Newsom's visit to Belém, Pará underscores California's commitment to climate action, despite the U.S. federal government's lack of representation at COP30. With the U.S. absent, Newsom warns of China's potential influence in the global energy transition. As he considers a run for the U.S. presidency in 2028, Newsom's actions at COP30 highlight his stance on climate change and global leadership.