Meet the Press Nov. 2 — Gov. Gavin Newsom
20 snips
Nov 2, 2025 
Gavin Newsom, the Governor of California and rising Democratic star, dives into his thoughts on state ballot measure Prop 50, which aims to combat gerrymandering. He passionately defends Biden's record while addressing Trump's tactics. Political analyst Steve Kornacki provides insights from a new NBC poll indicating a Democratic enthusiasm edge ahead of key elections. Newsom also hints at his future ambitions, discussing the importance of climate, AI, and economic transformation, while navigating questions about his potential presidential run.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Polls Show Democratic Momentum
- NBC's poll shows Trump's approval dipped to 43% amid the shutdown and shifting blame to Republicans.
- The poll finds Democrats with an eight-point advantage on who voters want controlling Congress and high midterm enthusiasm.
Contrast Between Enthusiasm And Party Image
- Despite Democratic advantages on control and enthusiasm, the Democratic party image remained deeply negative in the poll.
- Pollsters caution shutdown volatility could affect these numbers and heighten stakes for upcoming elections.
Democrats Poised For A Turnaround
- Gavin Newsom says Democrats are poised for a rebound and a pivotal November 4th moment.
- He links that to wins on Prop 50 and new governors in Virginia and New Jersey energizing the party.