California Governor Gavin Newsom has listed his 12,000sq ft mansion in Fair Oaks for $7.5 million, fuelling speculation about a possible 2028 presidential bid as his term as governor nears its end. Newsom has built a national profile through clashes with Donald Trump, a strong fundraising network and a prominent social media presence, positioning him as a leading contender for the Democratic nomination, though the sale has drawn ridicule from critics who accuse him of hypocrisy given his attempts to present a relatable, common-man image.

The seven-bedroom, twelve-bathroom property, which Newsom bought for $3.7 million in a record-breaking Fair Oaks sale, boasts resort-style features including a tennis court, a 5,000-bottle wine cellar, a pool and a cold plunge. His office says the sale reflects a planned transition following a 2024 move to a Marin County home, and he is relocating to a $9.1 million property in Kentfield. Social media users questioned how he could afford such properties on a governor's salary, while polling shows Kamala Harris leading potential 2028 Democratic contenders on 27.1%, ahead of Newsom on 17.49%, with critics such as podcaster Joe Rogan also branding him insincere.