The only rational reason for his denials is that Covid-19 restrictions would affect donations to his church and thus his income.
Gavin is not a great soldier but I hope the residents vote no.
I voted "no", but Newsom's policies on cannabis are a complete disaster. It would be best if he stayed Governor to the end, but then retires from politics. Harris and Feinstein are worse. The incompetence of democratic politicians is a big part of why Republicans survive.