Trump mocks Newsom's dyslexia, says presidents 'should not have learning disabilities'

Trump says presidents 'should not have learning disabilities' as he mocks Newsom's dyslexia

3/17/2026, 2:04:48 AM en source ↗
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Summary

President Donald Trump mocked California Governor Gavin Newsom's dyslexia, claiming that presidents "should not have learning disabilities." The remarks drew swift condemnation from the National Center for Learning Disabilities, which said it was "disturbed" by the president's comments. The attack is widely seen as part of Trump's ongoing political targeting of Newsom, a prominent Democratic figure.

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The National Center for Learning Disabilities said it was "disturbed" by the president's remarks.

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