Gavin Newsom Mocks Karoline Leavitt’s Awkward Post as Trump Pushes New Medical Treatment Initiative Backed by Joe Rogan

Gavin Newsom took aim at Karoline Leavitt after she posted an awkwardly worded message promoting Donald Trump’s latest executive order tied to psychedelic-based medical treatments.

Leavitt, 28, shared a post on social media praising Trump’s new healthcare initiative, which aims to expand research and access to alternative therapies involving psychedelic products for veterans and patients dealing with PTSD, depression, and chronic pain. However, critics quickly seized on the wording of her post, calling it confusing and poorly phrased.

Among those reacting was Newsom, who publicly mocked the statement, amplifying the backlash online. The California governor, a frequent Trump critic, responded with a sharp jab that quickly gained traction across social media platforms.

Trump’s executive order reportedly focuses on accelerating federal research into treatments involving substances such as psilocybin and MDMA for medical use. Supporters argue the move could provide new options for people who have struggled with traditional treatments.

Podcast host Joe Rogan also voiced support for the initiative, saying the country should be more open to exploring alternative therapies that have shown promising early results.

The announcement has sparked heated debate online, with supporters praising the administration for exploring innovative mental health treatments, while critics questioned both the policy details and the messaging surrounding it.

As reactions continue to pour in, Leavitt’s post—and Newsom’s response—have become a viral political flashpoint.