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Newsom has been vocal in his assertion that Musk and Trump are manipulating information to their advantage, stating that Musk "knows what he's doing." Such allegations come at a time when California's emergency response systems are being heavily criticized for their inadequacies amidst devastating wildfires that have torn through the state. Newsom’s reluctance to acknowledge any support Musk has offered, particularly regarding internet services during these crises, reflects a deeper frustration with both the federal government under President Biden and the political landscape in California.