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Oh Donald, that's given strong Iowa caucus vibes right there. That's California Governor Gavin Newsom in San Jose before the SEIU local 2015. He brought the House down. Speaking with moral clarity and authority, speaking about Prop 50 to redistrict California in response to Trump rigging the midterm elections. And the crowd there in San Jose was loving someone standing up powerfully to Donald Trump. Watch this moment where Governor Newsom's mic goes off and he's like, I don't need the mic. This was an incredible moment from that speech in San Jose. Watch it.
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So I just cut the mics out. The mic. I don't need a damn mic. So all I have left, all I have left to say to you is the future is not something to experience, it's something to manifest. The future's inside of every single one of you. It's the crucial definition. So let's get out, let's knock on doors, let's make phone calls and let's send a message to Donald Trump. Hell no. We're done. Thank you guys, very, very much.
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Here's another moment where Governor Nome kind of walks through the crowd and just has an incredible presence in that room. Play this clip. And then Governor Nome wanted this message to be loud and clear. Donald Trump is a loser and California is going to stand up to him and hold the line for our democracy. Here, watch this.
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And you know what? They thought we were going to do nothing, sign, sign a petition. They thought we were going to maybe write an op ed. They thought we would, you know, sit back, maybe have a candlelight visual. They did not expect all of you, they did not expect this campaign. They did not expect competition picking. We are fighting fire. We fire. We are fighting back and we will win. And I gotta tell you, in opposing, because this is important, this is, there's a reason this is called Prop 50. Yes, this is about the state of California, but it's about the United States of America. It's about all different states. It's about our democracy, it's about our republic. It's about these enduring values that our founding fathers established 249 years ago. The best of the Roman Republic, the best of Greek democracy, popular sovereignty, the rule of law, not the rule of God.
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Then after that speech, Governor Newsom took to social media. He posted the following on Friday, Happy Friday, patriots, have a peaceful weekend. Then he posted, this dozy don is literally destroying the people's house. Founding fathers are rolling over. Instead of lowering prices. Like me, America's favorite governor, he's building himself a Temu Versailles Gold plated ballroom. And the price keeps changing. 200 million, 250 million, 300 million now. 350 million for his golden Ballroom. No art in that deal. Next week it'll be a trillion a bargain. He claims it's his money. False dog donor bribes. No healthcare for you, but a gold ballroom for him. Epstein invited to party later this year. Question mark. It's time to return this sad party City Putin palace and the discount dictator focused on decorating. Throw Dollar Store Don and his fake gold out Democracy exclamation point. Thank you for your attention to this matter. GCN Governor Newsom then posts it appears Americans going hung does not qualify as an emergency for Donald Trump. Disgusting. In response to the Politico article Trump administration won't tap emergency funds to pay food aid. This move means 42 million people will miss their SNAP benefits in November unless Congress acts. This is the Trump MAGA Republican government shutdown where they're taking away health care from 20 million Americans by not extending the Affordable Care act subsid and by shutting the government down in order for them to rip people's healthcare away, they're also depriving 42 million people of their SNAP benefits. Very Trumpy while they build a Golden Ballroom. And then Trump talks about next doing a triumphal arch. A triumphal arch. An arch day Trump. How ridiculous is that? Governor Newsom's press office then says the following in response to a Fox article about Farmageddon Trump's trade war and shutdown are crushing the heartland. Across the Midwest, combines sit idle and bins overflow with unsold grain. Donald Trump's reckless tariff war is crushing America's farmers. Governor Newsom says the following Donald Trump's reckless tariff war is crushing America's farmers. Just quoting across the Midwest, combine sit idle and bids overflow with unsold grain. Just quoting Fox Corn prices are down nearly 50% since 2022. Soybeans have dropped 40%, fertilizer and equipment costs are up double digits, and 8 in 10 farmers now say they believe the U.S. is on the brink of another farm crisis reminiscent of the 1980s. This time the crisis isn't a result of macroeconomic conditions. It's a direct result of decisions made by the White House.
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Then post this article from CNBC. Tariffs cost to companies this year will hit $1.2 trillion, with consumers taking most of the hit S and P says Donald Trump promised Americans wouldn't pay the price of his tariffs, Newsom writes. Another promise broken, a total betrayal by Donald Trump. Donald Trump and the White House account responding to each other. Trump goes the United States is wealthy, powerful and nationally secure again, all because of tariffs. The most important case ever is in the United States Supreme Court. God bless America. And Donald Trump's telling the Supreme Court that even though the power to tariff to tax is an Article 1, the Congress, Donald Trump thinks that he gets to rule as a dictator and just say anything goes in terms of emergencies, emergency with Canada, emergency with Mexico, emergency with Europe, emergency with Australia where there's a trade surplus Emergency with Brazil because Donald Trump supports the former insurrection as president of Brazil, Bolsonaro, and is upset that Bolsonaro was appropriately prosecuted for an insurrection in Brazil. Emergencies everywhere, Donald Trump says. But Governor Newsom says reality check. Inflation is climbing, wages are stalling and Trump's economy is collapsing the economy. Governor Newsom then submitted a brief to the United States Supreme Court regarding the decision that the Supreme Court will soon have to render on tariffs. Donald Trump's Tariffs and Trade War against the World Governor Newsom says good Newsom is taking Trump's illegal tariffs to the U.S. supreme Court. Congress never gave Trump the power. Americans and small businesses are paying the price. Trump's tariffs are raising costs, threatening jobs, likely leading to a $25 billion loss and 64,000 fewer jobs in California alone. Governor Newsom is deploying the California National Guard to help people who are suffering as a result of the Trump shutdown. At the request of Governor Newsom, the California National Guard members and teams From California, volunteers have begun their work to assist food banks across the state in response to Trump's prolonged government shutdown, cutting off access to federally funded food benefits and support. Like Snap and CalFresh. Governor Newsom also had to issue a powerful response to the news that Donald Trump is sending the DOJ and so called election monitors to California and New Jersey. Um, and this is a election that just involves, on November 4th, the state of California. Okay. It has nothing to do with the, you know, federal elections or doj. State of California, sovereign state. Can it change its independent commission and have a short term response to the rigging of the election by Donald Trump by doing a mid decade redistricting in California? That's what it's about. Can California change its constitution, have this amendment and then redistrict? That's what it's about. And Trump wants to interfere with that. And Governor Newsom says this is not a federal election. The U.S. department of justice has no business or basis to interfere with this election. This is solely about whether California amends our state constitution. This administration has made no secret of its goal to undermine free and fair elections. Deploying these federal forces appears to be an intimidation tactic meant for one thing, suppress the vote. Then Governor Newsom made the following video right here. Donald Trump's puppet DOJ has no business screwing around with next month's election. Sending the feds into California polling places is a deliberate attempt to scare off voters and undermine a fair election. We will not back down. Californians decide our future. No one else. And watch this video that Governor Newsom made. Play this clip.
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So today, the Trump administration announced they're sending election monitors to five specific counties here in the state of California. They have no business doing that. They have no basis to do that. In fact, we have a statewide election for a statewide constitution. This is about voter intimidation. This is about voter suppression, Period.
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And it's a pattern, isn't it? It's consistent with what they've done with the federalization of the National Guard and the intimidation and the chill that that's created. They'll do that right around election Day as well. Same thing with ICE and Border Patrol. Masked men watch that space showing up in and around polling booths and voting places. But this is a bridge too far. And I hope people understand it's a bridge that they're trying to build the scaffolding for all across this country in next November's election. They do not believe in fair and free elections. Our republic, our democracy is on the line. We all need to Wake up.
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Powerful stuff right there by Governor Newsom. He also points out the following facts. Donald Trump has done nothing but make America more expensive. Inflation is up. Beef prices are at an all time high. Coffee Prices are up 20.9%. Electricity bills are up 10%. New car prices just eclipse $50,000 for the first time. And health care costs are about to skyrocket and medically bankrupt over 20 million Americans as the Affordable Care act subsidies are not being extended. People, you may be getting your letters already. In Colorado. It's going to cost a family like $24,000 a year more for health insurance in Pennsylvania, 100 increases in your monthly premiums. We're seeing numbers like that across the country. We've been showing you those numbers on the Midas Touch Network. Look. In the meantime, Governor Newsom is fast tracking $80 million to try to provide life saving food benefits as Americans are literally starving as a result of Donald Trump. And Newsom also points out the Trump effect. The total US debt officially crossed $38 trillion for the first time in history. And there's more federal government spending right now than under former President Biden. Year over year. We're up 7% in federal spending. We'll keep you posted every step of the way, but I wanted to share that. Governor Newsom standing ovation San Jose SEIU 2015 local we see you when we see all the union workers across this country standing strong for workers rights for democracy. Thanks for watching. Hit subscribe and let's get to 20 million subscribers. Let's get to 6 million subscribers first. Let's get to 20 million thereafter. Thanks for watching.
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Episode: Newsom Brings the House Down to End Trump’s Term
Date: October 26, 2025
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas
This episode spotlights California Governor Gavin Newsom’s passionate opposition to Donald Trump’s administration and its recent efforts to influence midterm elections, national tariffs, and social policy. The Meiselas brothers showcase Newsom’s viral speech at San Jose SEIU Local 2015, discuss his bold use of social media, and analyze his broader campaign of resistance against what they frame as Trump’s anti-democratic moves. The episode combines serious political commentary, viral moments, and signature Meidas banter, engaging listeners with direct quotes, context, and analysis.
Location: SEIU Local 2015 meeting, San Jose
Newsom brings energy and “moral clarity,” with the crowd responding enthusiastically as he addresses California’s response to Trump’s attempts to “rig the midterms” via redistricting.
Newsom loses his microphone but powers through, underscoring his resolve and the urgency of the moment.
Notable Quote:
“The future is not something to experience, it’s something to manifest. The future's inside of every single one of you... Let's get out, let's knock on doors, let's make phone calls and let's send a message to Donald Trump. Hell no. We're done.”
— Gavin Newsom (03:13)
Newsom criticizes Trump’s expectation of passivity from the opposition and stirs the crowd to activism.
Notable Quote:
“They thought we were going to do nothing, sign a petition... They did not expect this campaign. We are fighting fire with fire. We are fighting back and we will win.”
— Gavin Newsom (04:21)
He frames California as not just fighting for itself, but for the values of American democracy more broadly (“popular sovereignty, the rule of law, not the rule of God”).
Newsom channels humor, sarcasm, and outrage to attack Trump’s personal enrichment and priorities:
Notable Social Post (paraphrased, 05:29):
“America’s favorite governor”—mocking Trump’s ostentatious spending—“No health care for you, but a gold ballroom for him. Epstein invited to party later this year? ...Throw Dollar Store Don and his fake gold out. Democracy!”
Trump’s tariffs are blamed for:
Newsom files a case at the Supreme Court contesting Trump’s assertion of dictatorial power via tariffs.
Quote:
“Good Newsom is taking Trump's illegal tariffs to the U.S. Supreme Court. Congress never gave Trump the power. Americans and small businesses are paying the price.”
— MeidasTouch commentary (09:50)
Direct Economic Impacts:
Memorable Moment:
Newsom directly attributes the escalating crises to Trump’s administration, both rhetorically and via executive action.
Trump’s administration moves to send DOJ “election monitors” to California and New Jersey for a state constitutional amendment vote on redistricting. Newsom denounces this as voter intimidation and an overreach by the federal government.
Quote:
“The U.S. Department of Justice has no business or basis to interfere with this election. This administration has made no secret of its goal to undermine free and fair elections. Deploying these federal forces appears to be an intimidation tactic meant for one thing: suppress the vote.”
— MeidasTouch summary of Newsom statement (09:50-13:48)
Newsom appears in a video (played during the episode) warning of a broader plan to undermine electoral integrity nationwide.
Notable Quote:
“So today, the Trump administration announced they’re sending election monitors to five specific counties here in the state of California. They have no business doing that... This is about voter intimidation. This is about voter suppression. Period. Full stop.”
— Gavin Newsom (13:48)
He draws a parallel between federal tactics used at the border and their application at the polls, warning of a “chill” or chilling effect on turnout.
Detailed statistics on rising costs under Trump:
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“Donald Trump has done nothing but make America more expensive. Inflation is up. Beef prices are at an all-time high. Coffee prices are up 20.9%... The Trump effect. The total U.S. debt officially crossed $38 trillion for the first time in history.”
— MeidasTouch (14:45)
Newsom fast-tracks $80 million to California food banks in response.
Newsom’s No-Mic Moment in San Jose:
“The mic? I don’t need a damn mic.” (03:13)
Condemnation of Trump’s Political Strategy:
“They do not believe in fair and free elections... Our republic, our democracy is on the line. We all need to wake up.”
— Gavin Newsom (14:09-14:45)
Satirical Social Media Attack:
“Epstein invited to party later this year? Question mark. It’s time to return this sad party City Putin palace and the discount dictator focused on decorating.” (05:29)
| Timestamp | Segment | Highlights | |-----------|-------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------| | 02:33 | Newsom’s speech at SEIU Local 2015 | Viral mic-drop moment, calls to action | | 03:51 | Newsom walks the crowd, fiery rhetoric | “We are fighting fire with fire… we will win.” | | 05:29 | Newsom’s social media tirade | Mocking Trump’s spending, attacking neglect on health/food issues | | 08:34 | “Farmageddon” and rural economic impacts | Fox quote, direct blame on tariffs, farm crisis statistics | | 09:50 | Tariffs, Supreme Court, National Guard | Lawsuit against tariffs, emergency deployment for food relief | | 13:48 | Newsom’s anti-voter suppression video | Strong condemnation of DOJ “election monitors” | | 14:45 | Economic costs of Trump’s term | Rapid inflation, health care crisis, rising national debt |
This episode is a showcase of California Governor Gavin Newsom’s deepening confrontation with Donald Trump’s administration. It covers his electrifying address to union supporters, his scathing online presence, the legal and policy battles on tariffs and redistricting, and a passionate defense of democracy amid rising authoritarian tactics. Throughout, the Meidas brothers amplify Newsom’s calls to action, provide sobering data on economic turmoil and social hardship, and inject their trademark humor to keep listeners engaged, informed, and ready to act.
For more, catch new episodes every Tuesday and Friday, plus breaking news updates daily on the MeidasTouch Network.