Gavin Newsom mimics Trump’s all-caps posting style in jab amid fight over congressional redistricting

AUSTIN, TEXAS: California Governor Gavin Newsom has taken a satirical swing at Donald Trump, releasing an all-caps statement mimicking the president’s Truth Social style as their clash over congressional redistricting intensifies.
Newsom’s mock statement came in response to Republican efforts in Texas to redraw electoral maps in a way that could secure five additional GOP seats in the US House.
Trump has publicly urged Republican-controlled legislatures nationwide to pursue similar changes to protect their majority heading into 2026.
Gavin Newsom mocks Trump in all-caps tirade over redistricting feud

Newsom’s parody message referred to Trump as “DONALD ‘TACO’ TRUMP” and claimed California would create “NEW, MORE ‘BEAUTIFUL MAPS’” that would help Democrats reclaim the House.
“DONALD “TACO” TRUMP, AS MANY CALL HIM, “MISSED” THE DEADLINE!!! CALIFORNIA WILL NOW DRAW NEW, MORE “BEAUTIFUL MAPS,” THEY WILL BE HISTORIC AS THEY WILL END THE TRUMP PRESIDENCY (DEMS TAKE BACK THE HOUSE!). BIG PRESS CONFERENCE THIS WEEK WITH POWERFUL DEMS AND GAVIN NEWSOM — YOUR FAVORITE GOVERNOR — THAT WILL BE DEVASTATING FOR “MAGA.” THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER! — GN,” the statement read.
DONALD “TACO” TRUMP, AS MANY CALL HIM, “MISSED” THE DEADLINE!!! CALIFORNIA WILL NOW DRAW NEW, MORE “BEAUTIFUL MAPS,” THEY WILL BE HISTORIC AS THEY WILL END THE TRUMP PRESIDENCY (DEMS TAKE BACK THE HOUSE!). BIG PRESS CONFERENCE THIS WEEK WITH POWERFUL DEMS AND GAVIN NEWSOM — YOUR…
— Governor Newsom Press Office (@GovPressOffice) August 12, 2025
He followed up with another dig in a style reminiscent of Trump’s own Truth Social posts, writing, “WHEN SPEAKER “LITTLE MAN” JOHNSON IS STANDING IN “THE UNEMPLOYMENT LINE,” HE CAN THANK DONALD “TACO” J. TRUMP. TRUMP MISSED A SIMPLE DEADLINE — SOMETHING HE HAS OFTEN DONE WITH HIS MANY FAILED BUSINESSES — NOW CALIFORNIA WILL “FIRE” HIM WITH NEW, “MORE BEAUTIFUL MAPS.” HIGHLY ANTICIPATED, “HISTORIC” PRESS CONFERENCE WITH YOUR FAVORITE GOVERNOR GAVIN CHRISTOPHER NEWSOM!!!! THANK YOU FOR YOU ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER. — GCN”
WHEN SPEAKER “LITTLE MAN” JOHNSON IS STANDING IN “THE UNEMPLOYMENT LINE,” HE CAN THANK DONALD “TACO” J. TRUMP. TRUMP MISSED A SIMPLE DEADLINE — SOMETHING HE HAS OFTEN DONE WITH HIS MANY FAILED BUSINESSES — NOW CALIFORNIA WILL “FIRE” HIM WITH NEW, “MORE BEAUTIFUL MAPS.” HIGHLY…
— Governor Newsom Press Office (@GovPressOffice) August 13, 2025
The post took aim at Trump for missing the redistricting deadline, while revealing California’s plan to roll out new “historic” congressional maps. It also teased a high-profile press conference featuring top Democratic leaders, hinting that the announcement could deal a significant setback to Trump’s “MAGA” agenda.
Jerome “Too Late” Powell must NOW lower the rate. Steve “Manouychin” really gave me a “beauty”when he pushed this loser. The damage he has done by always being Too Late is incalculable. Fortunately, the economy is sooo good that we’ve blown through Powell and the complacent…
— Trump Truth Social Posts On X (@TrumpTruthOnX) August 12, 2025
A typical Trump Truth Social post often features all-caps declarations, nicknames for political rivals like “CROOKED HILLARY,” over-the-top promises (“IT WILL BE HISTORIC. THE BEST EVER!”) and constant self-branding (“THE GREATEST PRESIDENT IN AMERICAN HISTORY!”)
Internet reacts as Gavin Newsom clashes with Donald Trump

California Governor Gavin Newsom’s ongoing war of words with President Donald Trump over the redrawing of electoral districts has sparked a wave of online reactions many laced with humor and praise for the governor’s quick wit.
One user joked, “This is a copyright violation and I have reported it.”
This is a copyright violation and I have reported it
— Three Year Letterman (@3YearLetterman) August 13, 2025
Another applauded the tone of the exchange, “Whoever's running this account — well done. This is the way to handle the ridiculousness of all these Truth Social rants.”
Whoever's running this account - well done. This is the way to handle the ridiculousness of all these Truth Social rants.
— Akash Maniam (@ManiamAkash) August 13, 2025
Fans of the governor chimed in with support, “Love it. Favorite Gov. Newsom is really good at this. Thanks for your attention to this matter.”
Love it. Favorite Gov. Newsom is really good at this.
— Evaristus Odinikaeze (@odinikaeze) August 13, 2025
Thanks for your attention to this matter.
Others saw it as a win for Democrats, “Big fan of this. Definitely a step in the right direction for the Democrats.”
Big fan of this. Definitely a step in the right direction for the democrats.
— Dean Withers (@itsdeaann) August 13, 2025
And some were simply here for the entertainment with one writing, “This is the content I am on this site for.” Another added, “You're the man. 48th President of the United States of America in the making. Go! Gavin Texas got your back.”
You're the man. 48th President of the United States of America in the making. Go! Gavin Texas got your back.
— Dj Omega Mvp (@DjOmegaMVP) August 13, 2025
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