California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a committed thorn in Donald Trump’s side, told the president Monday that he’s prepared to redraw California’s districts in Democrats’ favor if he doesn’t call on Texas and other red states to halt their own GOP-friendly redistricting plans.

California Gov. Newsom Warns Trump Of 'Playing With Fire' As Texas Congressional Maps Battle Escalates California Governor Gavin Newsom warned President Donald Trump Monday, threatening to lead an effort to redraw his state's congressional districts if the president continues to support a push by Texas Republicans to do the same.

Gov. Gavin Newsom and Texas Democrats jointly promoted California’s plan to redraw congressional lines and offset a redistricting scheme in Texas.