Gavin Newsom's Sitting Position Horrifies Internet: 'Difficult To Watch'

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently caught the attention of social media users during an interview, not for his words, but for the way he sat. The discussion, meant to focus on politics, quickly turned into a viral spectacle online.

Newsom appeared at the New York Times DealBook Summit, taking the stage with journalist Andrew Ross Sorkin. While discussing the state of the Democratic Party, he emphasized the need for Democrats to be more culturally normal and less judgmental to resonate with voters. However, it was his seating position that captured the spotlight.

The governor was photographed in a tight cross-legged pose with one leg stretched far from the chair, a posture many described as resembling a yoga move. Once images and video clips circulated on social media, the unusual pose became the main focus, overshadowing the political conversation entirely.

Online, viewers joked about Newsoms stance, comparing it to a pretzel or a sign of stress. Comments ranged from humorous critiques of his flexibility to playful metaphors about the pressures of politics. Some users commented on how uncomfortable it looked to sit that way for any length of time.

During the summit, Newsom also engaged in conversations about national issues like the National Guard and had a discussion with actress Halle Berry, who challenged his policy positions. Despite the widespread attention to his posture, Newsom has not publicly addressed the memes and jokes circulating online.

Author: Gavin Porter