Obama backs Newsom’s redistricting plan; calls it a ‘smart, measured’ response to Texas
Thursday, 21 August 2025 () Barack Obama supports Gavin Newsom's redistricting plan in California as a response to Republican gerrymandering efforts in Texas. Obama praised Newsom's approach as responsible, emphasising the need to counter Republican actions to maintain fair elections. Newsom's proposal, Proposition 50, aims to reshape districts if Texas pushes through mid-decade changes, potentially boosting Democrats in future elections.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has ignited a heated feud with Donald Trump over GOP-led redistricting efforts in Texas, warning of a national “map arms race.” After Democrats blocked a Republican..