The 'Common Sense' Department is wondering who told California Gov. Gavin Newsom he’s some kind of world leader?

A new documentary about the Palisades Fire of January shows California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass touring the Pacific Palisades as it burns behind them – with a contingent of Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters accompanying them instead of fighting the blaze.

The film, "Paradise Abandoned," scheduled for release in December, is a reminder that the Palisades Fire will continue to haunt Bass as she seeks re-election – and Newsom as he seeks the presidency.

Newsom addressed adoring crowds of Democrats in Houston over the weekend, even picking up a presidential endorsement or two, though he has not yet officially launched his campaign.

He is touting his success in passing Proposition 50 – which gerrymanders California’s congressional districts for Democrats’ benefit – as he casts himself as the leader of the........

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