According to, Gavin Newsom identifies as a Christian. However, suggests that he may renounce his Catholicism, as he claims allegiance to the Church but his true religion appears to be leftism. It is worth noting that reports that Newsom has been criticized for not saying "Jesus" in public, despite approximately half of the state identifying as Christian. Additionally, reports that Newsom issued a proclamation declaring May 2023 as Jewish American Heritage Month.