Conservative Podcaster Faces Social Media Backlash Over Davos Double Standard
Katie Miller, the prominent conservative podcast host and wife of former Trump adviser Stephen Miller, has become the target of widespread social media mockery following her criticism of California Governor Gavin Newsom's attendance at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
"America First" Accusation Meets Immediate Pushback
Miller launched her critique via social media platform X on Monday, writing: "Of course Gavin Newsom is going to Davos. Nothing quite says America First like commiserating to the crowd of the World's Elites. You either stand up for America or you should sit down."
The podcast host, known as a staunch defender of former President Donald Trump and frequent critic of Democratic opponents, quickly found her remarks turned against her by online commentators who pointed out a significant oversight.
Trump's Simultaneous Davos Presence Undermines Criticism
Social media users were quick to highlight that Donald Trump himself is attending the same World Economic Forum gathering this week, where he is scheduled to deliver a speech to world leaders on Wednesday addressing affordability and housing issues.
Democratic strategist Mike Nellis responded directly to Miller's post, stating simply: "Trump is also going to Davos this week but whatever." Another user named Gabe cleverly parodied Miller's original statement by substituting Trump's name for Newsom's, writing: "Of course Donald Trump is going to Davos. Nothing quite says America First like commiserating to the crowd of the World's Elites."
Additional responses piled on the criticism, with one user bluntly stating: "Your day leader is going too you clown," while another questioned: "Got anything to say about the other guy going to Davos?"
Newsom's Strategic Purpose at International Forum
Governor Newsom, who has attended Davos on multiple previous occasions, explained his return to the international stage through a statement obtained by Politico. The California Democrat positioned himself as a deliberate counterweight to Trump's economic agenda at the global gathering.
"Trump's economic agenda betrays our nation: it is not 'America First' but 'Trump First' — rewarding the favored, punishing the dissenters, and burdening the rest," Newsom asserted. The governor plans to address what he characterizes as Trump's "abuses" while highlighting California's economic achievements during his scheduled appearances.
High-Profile American Delegations Converge in Switzerland
The 2026 World Economic Forum has attracted significant American participation from across the political spectrum. Alongside Newsom and Trump, numerous US business leaders including J.P. Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon and Plantair CEO Alex Karp are attending the annual meeting.
Trump's delegation features several prominent administration figures, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and the former president's son-in-law Jared Kushner.
The incident highlights how political figures' international engagements continue to generate intense scrutiny and debate, particularly when perceived inconsistencies in criticism emerge between opposing camps.
