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Newsom's Bold Plan: Slash GOP Seats Amid Criticism

7/21/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom is taking bold steps to reshape the political landscape, aiming to slash Republican representation from 9 seats to as few as 3, despite their 38% voter support. Critics are raising alarms, warning that this move could threaten democratic principles and likening it to authoritarian rule.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom is taking bold steps to reshape the political landscape, aiming to slash Republican representation from 9 seats to as few as 3, despite their 38% voter support. Critics are raising alarms, warning that this move could threaten democratic principles and likening it to authoritarian rule.