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Newsom's 2028 Bid: Strong Polls, Uncertain Future

8/25/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom's chances of winning the 2028 presidential election are now 11/2 (15.4%), ranking him second behind Vice-President J.D. Vance.
He leads in aggregate polls for the Democratic primary in California and Ohio, but lags in other states.
Newsom has adopted a combative communication style similar to Donald Trump and supports a redistricting bill to counter Republican gains.
His presidential candidacy remains unconfirmed.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom's chances of winning the 2028 presidential election are now 11/2 (15.4%), ranking him second behind Vice-President J.D. Vance.
He leads in aggregate polls for the Democratic primary in California and Ohio, but lags in other states.
Newsom has adopted a combative communication style similar to Donald Trump and supports a redistricting bill to counter Republican gains.
His presidential candidacy remains unconfirmed.