The California governor's Trump-like social media posts and redistricting push are resonating with Democrats who are eager for a fighter to go on offense against the GOP.

Gavin Newsom's press office has been mocking President Trump with tweets in his style over the past few weeks.

California Governor Gavin Newsom is throwing political haymakers, threatening to “punch” Donald Trump in the face while torching Texas Republicans over what he called “radical election rigging.” According to Reuters,

California Gavin Newsom is the favorite in two states to win the 2028 Democratic primary, according to aggregate polls, although he has yet to make any statements regarding a potential bid for the White House.

Gavin Newsom is most likely to be the 2028 Democratic nominee for president. Republicans should prepare for that possibility.

This will be an intense campaign with both sides spending tens of millions to try to move those undecided voters.”

Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic state lawmakers moved quickly to create new districts that could help their party flip five congressional seats. Their plan still requires voter approval.

Democrats are searching for a leader to take on President Trump. Gov. Gavin Newsom embraced that role with new online trolling and a proposed gerrymander to counter a GOP power play in Texas.