Some people never learn to mind their own business. Especially politicians who spend too much time on social media! They’re always looking for that “gotcha” moment to make their opponents look bad.

California Governor Gavin Newsom thought he found the perfect chance to attack Vice President JD Vance last weekend. But his plan failed so badly, it’s almost funny. The internet quickly turned against him instead.

Newsom spotted that VP Vance was enjoying a family trip to Disneyland. Videos showed Vance walking through “Bayou Country” with his wife and children, smiling and having fun. Most people would see this as a nice family outing. But not Newsom.

The California governor decided to post a snarky comment on social media. He wrote: “Hope you enjoy your family time, @JDVance. The families you’re tearing apart certainly won’t.”

Newsom was trying to attack Vance over recent immigration enforcement actions. He hoped to make the Vice President look heartless for enjoying Disneyland while immigration laws were being enforced.

From ‘The Daily Wire’:

Governor Gavin Newsom took a swipe at Vice President JD Vance on Saturday after learning that Vance and his family were enjoying a trip to Disneyland, referencing recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in California and other states.

Critics were quick to challenge Newsom’s assessment, however, with a number pointing out that California law allows the state to tear apart families if parents do not accept their child’s chosen gender identity.

Exposing California’s Hypocrisy

Critics were quick to point out that Newsom’s attack was deeply hypocritical. Many noted that California’s own policies can separate families over political disagreements.

Chloe Cole, a former transgender youth who now speaks against youth gender transitions, pointed out: “In California it is completely legal for child protective services to tear a family apart if they don’t believe their child is transgender. I’ve met families that have had this happen.”

Others mentioned that California has laws allowing the state to take children from parents who don’t support gender transitions. Aaron Walker wrote that California actually encourages children to run away from home if their parents won’t let them undergo medical procedures.

The Real Law and Order Issue

One commenter hit the nail on the head about the fundamental difference in worldview: “Every person who breaks America’s laws are separated from their families while detained. Some for hours, some for days, some for decades. The onus is on the lawbreakers not law abiding citizens going about their day.”

Fox Business’ David Asman also reminded everyone of Newsom’s famous COVID hypocrisy: “The governor who violated his own rules about eating out during the pandemic by feasting at the ‘French Laundry’ lectures the VP about a perfectly lawful visit to Disneyland.”

Meanwhile, Vance wasn’t just at Disneyland for fun. His wife Usha was also on a literacy mission at Camp Pendleton, reading to children of active-duty military members. The Vance family was supporting military families while Newsom was posting angry tweets.

Newsom, who many believe has presidential ambitions for 2028, has been regularly attacking the Trump administration since the inauguration. But this attempt to score political points fell completely flat.

When politicians try to shame others for spending time with their families, they reveal their true values. Vance showed that sometimes the best response to an unfair attack is simple and dignified. His “Had a great time, thanks” will go down as one of the most effective political comebacks of 2025.

Americans know the difference between real leadership and political theater. No wonder Vance’s calm response won the day while Newsom’s attack backfired spectacularly.

Key Takeaways

• VP Vance’s simple “Had a great time, thanks” response earned over 244,000 likes, dwarfing Newsom’s attack post.
• California’s own policies separate families who don’t support gender transitions, exposing Newsom’s stunning hypocrisy.
• While Newsom grandstanded on social media, Vance’s wife was supporting military families through literacy programs.
• Americans overwhelmingly sided with Vance’s dignified response over Newsom’s politically-motivated attack.

Sources: Daily Wire, The Tribune