New Delhi, Jan. 27 -- US President Donald Trump said he is "amazed" that California Governor Gavin Newsom is considering running for the White House.

"I'm amazed Gavin wants to run for office," Trump told The California Post Friday in an Oval Office interview, the New Yprk Post reported.

Trump's remarks came after his administration sued California over sanctuary policies, accused the state of fraud and clawed back federal funding.

Trump, who owns a golf course in California, made clear he is not a fan of the state under Newsom's leadership.

"People love the dream of California, but they hate what's happening to them," Trump was quoted as saying.

The state needs "proper leadership," he added, arguing they are not getting it with thei...