A recent poll indicates that California Governor Gavin Newsom currently holds a slight lead over former Vice President Kamala Harris in a hypothetical 2028 Democratic primary, with 25% of California Democrats supporting Newsom compared to Harris’s 19%. This poll, conducted by Politico and The Citrin Center, surveyed 1,445 registered California voters between late July and early August. The poll offers an early look into the preferences of Democrats in a crucial state for the party, which could be pivotal for either Newsom or Harris if they were to launch presidential bids.
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Recent polling data indicates that California Governor Gavin Newsom has gained popularity among Democrats after launching social media attacks against Donald Trump. According to a POLITICO-Citrin Center-Possibility Lab survey, Newsom leads Vice President Kamala Harris in a potential 2028 presidential primary within California. This surge in support is linked to Newsom’s combative stance against Trump, particularly through his online trolling campaign and introduction of the “Election Rigging Response Act.” While Harris has also shown some positive poll numbers, the contrasting levels of enthusiasm between the two candidates highlight the evolving dynamics within the Democratic Party.
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Governor Gavin Newsom’s social media strategy, which parodies Donald Trump’s online style, is drawing strong reactions. This approach, including all-caps posts, name-calling, and AI-generated images, has garnered significant attention and increased followers for Newsom’s account. Critics, particularly on the right, have voiced concerns, viewing it as undignified for a governor. Newsom defends his tactics by highlighting the lack of scrutiny Trump’s similar behavior has received.
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A recent poll indicates a significant surge in support for California Governor Gavin Newsom as a potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidate. The poll, conducted by Echelon Insights, places Newsom in second place with 13 percent support, a substantial increase from a previous poll in April. This rise in popularity may be linked to Newsom’s more assertive stance against former President Donald Trump, particularly regarding redistricting. Political analysts suggest that this early polling data is primarily indicative of name recognition, and the landscape will likely shift after the midterm elections.
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President Donald Trump, known for his all-caps social media posts, altered his style after California Governor Gavin Newsom began mimicking his online persona. Newsom’s parodies, which included the moniker “DONALD ‘TACO’ TRUMP,” directly mocked Trump’s rhetoric and were widely noticed, leading to a significant change in Trump’s posting style. Following Newsom’s strategy, Trump’s recent posts on Truth Social appeared less aggressive. Many users online have noted this shift, and many believe Newsom successfully exposed Trump’s style as easily parodied, leading to a change in the former president’s communications.
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California Democrats have proposed a congressional map that would significantly benefit their party, potentially adding five seats and offsetting Republican gains in Texas. This plan involves a special election in November and a constitutional amendment to redraw maps, which would revert to nonpartisan maps after the 2030 census. Governor Newsom emphasized that this action is contingent on Texas Republicans proceeding with their redistricting efforts. Currently, California Democrats hold a substantial majority of congressional seats, which would be further expanded under the new map, while Texas Democrats are returning home to prevent GOP efforts to redraw maps, which Republicans are seeking to hold a new special session for.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request concerning the Trump administration’s deployment of federal agents near a recent event in Los Angeles. Newsom’s office believes the administration is attempting to intimidate those defending the electoral process, particularly after the presence of ICE officers was noted. The FOIA also seeks information on communications with Fox News regarding the embedding of a reporter with the ICE agents. Newsom has described Trump’s actions as a dangerous step toward authoritarianism, citing the tactics of despots in Russia and North Korea.
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In a move mirroring Donald Trump’s social media tactics, California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office has adopted a mocking tone, including a new nickname for Vice President J.D. Vance, “Just Dance Vance.” This follows the governor’s criticism of Trump’s efforts to redraw electoral maps, similar to actions in Texas. Newsom’s approach includes all-caps posts and derogatory nicknames, mirroring Trump’s style. The governor’s actions are intertwined with his opposition to attempts to redistribute congressional boundaries, potentially leading to further escalation in their ongoing conflict.
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California Democrats unveiled a new House map aiming to redraw districts and potentially flip five Republican seats blue. The proposed map, if implemented, could dramatically shift the state’s House delegation, resulting in a supermajority of Democrats. This action comes in response to Texas’s redistricting efforts and targets Republican incumbents like Doug LaMalfa and Ken Calvert, whose districts would be significantly altered. Critics, including the targeted representatives, have voiced strong opposition, citing concerns about gerrymandering and the violation of the state’s independent redistricting process.
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Governor Newsom’s office swiftly condemned the use of U.S. soldiers rolling out a red carpet for Vladimir Putin, describing the situation as “disgusting.” The image, which the Governor shared, depicted soldiers kneeling and preparing the carpet. This action drew sharp criticism from Newsom’s administration, highlighting the perceived disrespect and symbolic implications of such a gesture. The press office did not elaborate further on their response.
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