California Governor Gavin Newsom issued a controversial statement threatening to "punch" Texas Republicans in response to their recent redrawing of the state's congressional map. Newsom accused Texas GOP lawmakers of "destroying" and "vandalizing" democracy through what he described as "radical rigging". His remarks, which included the phrase "We’re gonna punch these sons of bitches in the mouth," have drawn widespread attention and criticism, with some interpreting the comments as an incitement to violence. The statement came amid ongoing disputes over redistricting and political tensions between Democratic and Republican leaders. Newsom's rhetoric has sparked debate about the increasing use of aggressive language in political discourse, particularly in the context of the redistricting standoff. The comments were widely circulated in video form and cited by various media outlets and political commentators.