Democrats are turning to governors for a shot in the arm, at a time when their party has been rudderless and looking for leadership.  For months, Democrats say they have grown increasingly agitated with the lack of leadership coming from congressional leaders, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (N.Y.).  

Instead, governors, from Gavin Newsom in California to JB Pritzker in Illinois and Kathy Hochul in New York, have stepped up to the moment, showing a willingness to take on Republicans at a time when Democrats are craving a fight.  Democrats have watched as Newsom, a clear presidential hopeful in 2028, has mirrored President Trump on social media. They’ve cheered his willingness to wade into the redistricting fight, after Texas

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