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Vance Edges Newsom in 2028 Poll Amid Redistricting

10/18/2025

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Vice President JD Vance leads California Governor Gavin Newsom 46% to 45% in an Emerson College poll for the 2028 race.
Both are viewed as frontrunners but have not declared candidacies.
Newsom has been active nationally criticizing Trump and leading a California redistricting initiative to be voted on in November.
Vance is involved in Indiana redistricting, with the poll showing a polarized electorate and economic issues influencing sentiment.

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Story summary

Vice President JD Vance leads California Governor Gavin Newsom 46% to 45% in an Emerson College poll for the 2028 race.
Both are viewed as frontrunners but have not declared candidacies.
Newsom has been active nationally criticizing Trump and leading a California redistricting initiative to be voted on in November.
Vance is involved in Indiana redistricting, with the poll showing a polarized electorate and economic issues influencing sentiment.