By John Q. Hosedrinker 
California Governor Gavin Newsom has once again criticized Donald Trump, this time for incorrectly identifying a dead falcon in a photo as a bald eagle and claiming windmills were responsible for their deaths. The photo, which Trump shared on Truth Social, was taken in Israel in 2017 and is of a falcon. Trump’s history of opposing wind turbines dates back to 2012, and during his second term, his administration has sought to halt offshore wind projects. Newsom’s response on X highlights a pattern of online jabs aimed at Trump to counter his political agenda.
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Newsom Trolls ‘Dozy Don’ After Trump Posts Photo of Dead Falcon and Claims Windmills are Killing “our beautiful Bald Eagles”: The whole situation really kicked off with Trump sharing an image of a dead bird, claiming it was an eagle, and blaming wind turbines. The image, as it turns out, was of a falcon, taken in Israel years ago. Newsom’s team, quick on the draw, fired back with a jab on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, essentially asking if “Dozy Don” couldn’t tell an American bird from a hole in the ground. The mockery is a continuation of Newsom’s long-running public critique, framing it as a mirror reflecting the absurdity of the current political landscape.
Newsom’s response, the jab about Trump not knowing an American bird, is pretty on point. You can almost hear the exasperation behind the words. It’s also worth noting the larger context, the history of this feud. Trump’s beef with windmills goes way back, like to 2012, when he fought against turbines being built near his golf course in Scotland. This isn’t just a casual disagreement; it’s a deeply personal issue for Trump.
Now, the whole “windmills killing eagles” argument is pretty thin. Several people in the comments have pointed out that golf courses are often worse for birds than wind turbines. One person mentioned having turbines on their property for nine years and never finding a dead bird, while their windows, on the other hand, have caused casualties. There’s also the larger picture of what’s really threatening wildlife, like pollution from oil, and the selling off of protected lands to the highest bidder. These are the bigger issues, not the windmills.
The irony here is thick. Trump, who has a history of questionable environmental practices, suddenly becomes a champion for birds, while his own actions have, in some instances, harmed the environment. It’s a classic case of projection. This isn’t just about the environment; it is about his deep-seated hatred towards wind turbines that stemmed from the Scotland golf course situation, the one time he was told “no.”
It is clear this resentment runs deep. The “Dozy Don” label from Newsom fits, given Trump’s apparent ignorance of even the basic appearance of an American bald eagle. It’s the kind of thing that makes you wonder about the people who are in charge. The situation underscores a pattern of Trump seemingly prioritizing profits and ego over responsible stewardship of the environment.
The comments also bring up other relevant issues. High-rise buildings with lots of windows, like Trump’s own properties, are a major source of bird strikes. And domestic cats are a huge problem, killing billions of birds and small mammals every year. The focus on windmills seems like a distraction from these real threats. One person made a good point that the priority should be more on controlling light pollution and the importance of turning off lights, especially in tall buildings during migration. There is also the potential for the design of the wind turbines themselves, as a way of possibly preventing bird deaths.
The whole thing is just a political sideshow. While the “Dozy Don” comments might get a laugh, it is important to remember what is really important, to prioritize action over just a sound bite.
Another interesting angle is the historical context of Trump’s opposition. His fight against wind turbines near his Scottish golf course is often seen as the origin of his windmill animosity. It wasn’t just about the environment; it was about his personal annoyance. The comments that followed even suggest, if you give me money I’ll go and put down Japanese knotweed and bamboo on his eyesore of a Scottish golf course, it is important to remember that these golf courses often come with their own environmental problems.
Ultimately, this whole episode highlights how easily politics can devolve into absurdity, with real environmental concerns getting lost in the shuffle. Trump’s claims are easily debunked. Newsom’s response, while entertaining, might amount to nothing more than a few social media jabs. While these things bring out the humor, it is also important to remember the larger challenges we face when it comes to the environment. The real work of protecting the environment involves more than just trolling on social media, but addressing things like pollution, habitat loss, and climate change.