California Governor Gavin Newsom’s communications team has taken another jab at former President Donald Trump online — this time pointing to turnout at a Democratic rally in Texas.
“WOW! GAVIN NEWSOM HAS THE BIGGEST CROWD IN TEXAS HISTORY! DOZY DON IS FURIOUS!!!” wrote Izzy Gardon, Newsom’s communications director, in an all-caps post on X.
Why It Matters
Newsom’s office has regularly used humor and satire on social media to target Trump and his supporters, often mimicking the high-energy messaging style associated with the MAGA movement. This approach has become a hallmark of the governor’s digital strategy, pairing political punches with internet-friendly entertainment.
The California governor is frequently mentioned as a potential 2028 White House contender and has said he will weigh a decision about a future run after the midterm elections.
What To Know
Speaking to Democrats in Houston on Saturday, Newsom urged renewed focus on reclaiming political influence in 2026 and 2028 — returning to a prominent battleground in nationwide debates over redistricting.
“You didn’t just have your backs here, you had our backs in the state of California,” he said. “We were looking for a fight, not only that we can win, but a fight worth fighting for. And that is why I’m here.”
The rally followed the approval of Proposition 50 in California, a measure backed by Newsom that reshapes congressional districts and could help Democrats gain up to five House seats in the next midterms. The map passed with nearly 65 percent support and is expected to give Democrats an edge in several newly rebalanced districts — a counter to Republican-driven maps in Texas and beyond.
After Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a congressional map designed to bolster GOP power, Newsom accelerated California’s own redistricting efforts. Democrats in several other states — including Virginia, New York, and Colorado — have signaled they may pursue similar moves.
Republican-controlled legislatures in North Carolina, Missouri, Ohio, Indiana, and Florida are also pushing ahead with map shifts designed to secure House majorities. With the GOP holding a narrow 219–213 edge, even modest changes could reshape control of Congress in 2026.
What People Are Saying
Texas Democratic Representative Al Green praised Newsom during Saturday’s event, saying: “I am here today because he is the future president of the United States of America.”
Meanwhile, Trump’s former communications aide Steven Cheung posted on X on October 30: “Gavin Newsom will never be president. He wants to drag this country back to our darkest days. The gold shall remain. The ballroom shall stand. The peace deals will continue. And the legacy of President Trump will endure for the rest of history.”
