California Governor Gavin Newsom sharply criticized President Donald Trump, calling him an “invasive species” while addressing Democrats at a rally in Houston amidst heated redistricting battles. Newsom said Trump is a historic president, but historically unpopular.
With an approval rating of 37%, Trump’s popularity continues to decline. The CNN/SSRS poll found that 63% disapprove of his job performance.
Newsom linked his comments to ongoing redistricting efforts in California and Texas, emphasizing the importance of taking back the House of Representatives. A recent vote in California approved Proposition 50, allowing politicians to redraw congressional maps outside the usual census cycle. Analysts say this measure could tip up to 11 House races in Democrats’ favor.
The passage of Prop 50 is facing a federal legal challenge, with an attorney arguing that it favors one racial group and violates the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments. Former President Barack Obama urged Californians to support Prop 50, highlighting its importance for fair elections and independent redistricting.
Source: https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/11/48741631/gavin-newsom-calls-trump-invasive-species-as-redistricting-war-heats-up-between-california-texas