Obama, Gavin Newsom and California redistricting
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The former president made the public comments in support of the California governor’s plan to counter move Texas Republicans
Former President Barack Obama has endorsed California Governor Gavin Newsom’s fight against Republican gerrymandering efforts in a Wednesday night social media post. Newsom has been openly warning Texas Republicans that he will fight back after they began working to introduce a new congressional map that will deliver five additional House seats to the GOP.
Former President Barack Obama waded into the political arena Wednesday touting the work of the Biden administration and issuing support for California Gov. Gavin Newsom who is facing a recall effort.
Former President Barack Obama hugs California’s then-Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom after arriving at San Francisco International Airport in San Francisco, Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012.