Gavin Newsom is the current Governor of California, having taken office in January 2019. He is a member of the Democratic Party and previously served as the Mayor of San Francisco from 2004 to 2011. Newsom is known for his progressive policies, including efforts to expand healthcare access and address climate change. Before his governorship, Newsom was the Lieutenant Governor of California from 2011 to 2019. He has also been involved in various business ventures and served on the board of several organizations. His leadership style emphasizes innovation and collaboration to tackle the state's challenges.