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LIVE: Newsom ADDRESSES Nation on FIGHTING TRUMP

2025-08-09 News & Politics
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Governor Newsom Unites Texas Democrats to Counter Republican Gerrymandering Tactics

Governors Newsom and Democratic leaders announce an aggressive, reciprocal strategy to nullify Republican gerrymandering schemes while defending democratic norms against ongoing attacks by the Trump regime.

Short Summary

  • California will deploy emergency measures to counter gerrymandering attempts initiated in Texas and other red states.
  • The strategy is framed as necessary defense against Republicans who have abandoned norms and are attempting to "rig the game" before the midterms.
  • Governor Newsom emphasized unity with courageous Texas representatives who broke quorum to stop unlawful redistricting.
  • The defense mechanism involves putting temporary redistricting changes to a statewide vote for consent.

This briefing centers on countering efforts by Donald Trump and the MAGA Republican governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, to eliminate Democratic congressional seats through unlawful gerrymandering. Governor Newsom signals that blue states must go on the offense by using reciprocal tactics to neutralize Republican maneuvers, stressing that California will not unilaterally disarm. The discussion details the immediate next steps California will take, prioritizing a special election mechanism to ensure voter consent over potential partisan maneuvers.

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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas introduces the live press conference by California Governor Gavin Newsom with Texas Democratic Representatives where Newsom lays out the plan to fight back against Trump. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! MeidasTouch relies on SnapStream to record, watch, monitor, and clip the news. Get a FREE TRIAL of SnapStream by clicking here: https://go.snapstream.com/affiliate/meidastouch/meidasnews?utm_campaign=4490308-affiliate2025&utm_content=customerpartner Support the MeidasTouch Network: https://patreon.com/meidastouch Add the MeidasTouch Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-meidastouch-podcast/id1510240831 Buy MeidasTouch Merch: https://store.meidastouch.com Follow MeidasTouch on Twitter: https://twitter.com/meidastouch Follow MeidasTouch on Facebook: https://facebook.com/meidastouch Follow MeidasTouch on Instagram: https://instagram.com/meidastouch Follow MeidasTouch on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@meidastouch

Top Comments (10)

@JenifersWritingAdventures 2025-08-09

Thank you Gavin Newsom for HONESTLY CARING ABOUT OUR FREEDOMS!!!!

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@DocOctrio 2025-08-09

I'm so tired of people rolling over for Trump, Newsome is killing it! Don't hold back man!!

651 12 replies
@debbykeen1492 2025-08-09

Imagine a leader that is articulate, smart, caring, and speaks the truth. California you’re so lucky!

585 45 replies
@judithelaine9285 2025-08-09

I was born in California 80 years ago! My Dad was born in California in 1922. My Grandma and Grandpa came from Greece in 1914! This state has been so good for all of us! California values education, diversity, and our children! We want them to learn about the Constitution and Civil Rights! The success of California is by respecting the Constitution of the United States and the Rule of Law, that is Californias Backbone!

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@LeahNicole007 2025-08-09

This right here is how a real president acts.

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@RickGeissler-v9e 2025-08-09

Aussies are behind you newsom God bless you!

240 5 replies
@michelecollier7492 2025-08-09

My Governor Newsom has been the very best at going toe to toe with rump. He’s amazing. 💙

214 9 replies
@Ms_Johnson_PTA 2025-08-09

How refreshing it is to hear logic, coherency and decency. Thank you Sir!

214 1 replies
@marybeth6272 2025-08-09

Gov. Newsom is my hero! Stay strong in this fight Gov.💙

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@ricklichau9176 2025-08-09

You go Gov Newsom! Show what leadership looks like! I'm a 75 yr old native son of California. My ancestors immigrated from Europe in the 1850's. I am a proud veteran and die-hard patriot. Trump is a criminal on so many levels! Vote blue in 26!

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