"Gov. Gavin Newsom's office said the California governor was denied entry into a venue at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday under pressure from the Trump administration. Newsom had been asked to speak at an event at USA House, an American pavilion at the annual gathering of world leaders. Newsom's office said they were told that a "venue-level decision" was made to "not include an elected U.S. official" in tonight's programming."
"Newsom spokesman Izzy Gardon said after Newsom was uninvited to the event by USA House, they offered to allow him to have a "VIP nightcap" to have a drink off the record instead. The White House could not immediately be reached for comment. The World Economic Forum's stated mission is engaging in "forward-looking discussions to address global issues and set priorities." This is a developing story. Check back for updates."
California Gov. Gavin Newsom was denied entry to a venue at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, after his office said there was pressure from the Trump administration. He had been invited to speak at USA House, an American pavilion at the annual gathering, and a fireside chat with Fortune was scheduled for Wednesday evening. Newsom's office said organizers communicated a "venue-level decision" to "not include an elected U.S. official" in the programming. Spokesman Izzy Gardon said USA House later offered a "VIP nightcap" to meet off the record. The White House did not immediately respond. The World Economic Forum focuses on forward-looking discussions to address global issues and set priorities.
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