Newsom Trolls Trump With Swag-Fueled Fundraiser, Rakes in Nearly $200K Overnight
- Newsom’s merch drop raised nearly $200K in 24 hours, with cheeky items like “Newsom Was Right About Everything” caps and signed Bibles.
- Proceeds fund redistricting battles, countering GOP-led map changes expected to add Republican seats in Congress.
- Trump-style trolling has some observers labeling Newsom a frontrunner for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has decided if you can’t beat Trump at subtlety, you out-troll him instead. Jumping headfirst into the Trump-style merch game, Newsom rolled out a Patriot Shop full of loud, tongue-in-cheek items that double as both political jabs and fundraising fuel.
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— BlockNews (@blocknewsdotcom) August 25, 2025California governor Gavin Newsom says “BRING IT” after President Trump threatens to sue the state pic.twitter.com/r7EIwnDwrM
Among the bestsellers? Bright red “Newsom Was Right About Everything!” caps, cheeky “Trump Is Not Hot” tank tops, and even autographed Bibles—yep, those actually sold out. The governor bragged in a fundraising email that nearly $200,000 worth of gear flew off the virtual shelves in just 24 hours, with proceeds earmarked for his campaign to fight Trump-backed redistricting moves.
The Redistricting Fight
This isn’t just a stunt for attention. Newsom is spearheading the Democratic pushback against GOP-led efforts in Texas and other states to redraw congressional maps before the midterms. California Democrats, under his watch, are putting the question directly to voters: should lawmakers approve new maps designed to offset the Republican gains? Analysts say the Texas plan alone could net the GOP an extra five House seats.
By turning to satire-laced swag, Newsom is rallying donors while keeping Trump in the crosshairs. His trolling persona on social media has caught traction, with some political observers already calling him an early favorite for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination.
Playing Trump’s Game
The whole effort feels intentionally Trumpian, down to the copy. In his latest fundraising blast, Newsom mimicked Trump’s trademark bravado:
“Many people are saying this is the greatest merchandise in the history of politics!” he wrote, before twisting MAGA into his own punchline. “Many people are saying it will bring a whole new meaning to ‘MAGA!’”
It’s an unusual blend of mockery and momentum, the kind of mix that both riles opponents and energizes allies. For Newsom, the strategy is simple—turn Trump’s playbook against him, raise money in the process, and remind Democrats he’s not afraid to throw punches in the culture war arena.
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Newsom Trolls Trump With Swag-Fueled Fundraiser, Rakes in Nearly $200K Overnight
- Newsom’s merch drop raised nearly $200K in 24 hours, with cheeky items like “Newsom Was Right About Everything” caps and signed Bibles.
- Proceeds fund redistricting battles, countering GOP-led map changes expected to add Republican seats in Congress.
- Trump-style trolling has some observers labeling Newsom a frontrunner for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has decided if you can’t beat Trump at subtlety, you out-troll him instead. Jumping headfirst into the Trump-style merch game, Newsom rolled out a Patriot Shop full of loud, tongue-in-cheek items that double as both political jabs and fundraising fuel.
JUST IN:
— BlockNews (@blocknewsdotcom) August 25, 2025
Among the bestsellers? Bright red “Newsom Was Right About Everything!” caps, cheeky “Trump Is Not Hot” tank tops, and even autographed Bibles—yep, those actually sold out. The governor bragged in a fundraising email that nearly $200,000 worth of gear flew off the virtual shelves in just 24 hours, with proceeds earmarked for his campaign to fight Trump-backed redistricting moves.
The Redistricting Fight
This isn’t just a stunt for attention. Newsom is spearheading the Democratic pushback against GOP-led efforts in Texas and other states to redraw congressional maps before the midterms. California Democrats, under his watch, are putting the question directly to voters: should lawmakers approve new maps designed to offset the Republican gains? Analysts say the Texas plan alone could net the GOP an extra five House seats.
By turning to satire-laced swag, Newsom is rallying donors while keeping Trump in the crosshairs. His trolling persona on social media has caught traction, with some political observers already calling him an early favorite for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination.
Playing Trump’s Game
The whole effort feels intentionally Trumpian, down to the copy. In his latest fundraising blast, Newsom mimicked Trump’s trademark bravado:
“Many people are saying this is the greatest merchandise in the history of politics!” he wrote, before twisting MAGA into his own punchline. “Many people are saying it will bring a whole new meaning to ‘MAGA!’”
It’s an unusual blend of mockery and momentum, the kind of mix that both riles opponents and energizes allies. For Newsom, the strategy is simple—turn Trump’s playbook against him, raise money in the process, and remind Democrats he’s not afraid to throw punches in the culture war arena.
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