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Exclusive: Inside Newsom’s ‘no regrets’ strategy in fighting Trump, Texas ​

by Amie Parnes - 08/12/25 2:15 PM ET

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is taking on what he calls a “no regrets strategy,” saying he must “fight fire with fire” in countering the President Trump-led redistricting efforts in Texas.

In exclusive comments made to The Hill, Newsom said he is feeling “very confident” about moving forward with his own redistricting plan, as the California Legislature returns to session next week.

And while he acknowledged it’s “never a slam dunk,” he said he is optimistic about the signs of “public unity” on the issue from Legislature leadership in his state.

“[The] biggest risk is not taking one,” Newsom said to The Hill. “Trump doesn’t deserve the passivity, acquiescence. Democracy demands we at least try, eyes wide open, recognize the stakes.”

“I’m a longtime believer in independent redistricting, with receipts,” the governor said, acknowledging that “these are not normal times.”

“As Lincoln said, ‘The facts are new, we must think anew, we must act anew.’” ,,,

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