Gavin Newsom said "I know they say, 'Don't mess with Texas,' Well, don't mess with the great Golden State." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordAugust 14, 2025

I know they say, 'Don't mess with Texas,' Well, don't mess with the great Golden State.

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A quip made in response to Texas Republicans' redistricting efforts.

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