California Governor Gavin Newsom has called for the invocation of the 25th Amendment, which allows for the removal of a president deemed unable to discharge the powers and duties of his office. Newsom’s remarks were prompted by comments made by President Trump at a midterm rally, where the President suggested he would allow Iran to target Los Angeles and San Diego.

In response to these statements, Newsom characterized the President as “mentally ill” during an interview with The Hill. The Governor’s call for the 25th Amendment has drawn significant attention, as it marks a sharp escalation in the rhetoric between the California executive and the White House. While Newsom has framed his request as a matter of national security and presidential fitness, the move has sparked immediate backlash from political opponents.

There is currently no indication that the 25th Amendment will be formally invoked, as the process requires the support of the Vice President and a majority of the Cabinet. The situation highlights the deepening divide between California’s Democratic leadership and the Trump administration, with the President’s rally comments serving as the primary catalyst for the current dispute.