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Newsom Triumphs: Dems Gain Power, NYC Elects New Mayor

11/6/2025

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On November 5, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom celebrated the passage of Proposition 50, which would allow Democrats to control congressional redistricting and could yield up to five House seats.
The night was challenging for Republicans, with Democratic wins in Virginia and New Jersey.
Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City.
Newsom's office released a meme campaign mocking U.S. President Donald Trump.

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On November 5, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom celebrated the passage of Proposition 50, which would allow Democrats to control congressional redistricting and could yield up to five House seats.
The night was challenging for Republicans, with Democratic wins in Virginia and New Jersey.
Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City.
Newsom's office released a meme campaign mocking U.S. President Donald Trump.