Hidden-Cam Stunner: Newsom Predicts DSA Takeover

Hidden-camera video shows Gavin Newsom saying Democratic Socialists will become a “dominant” and “mainstream” force inside the Democratic Party.

Story Highlights

Townhall published undercover video of Newsom predicting Democratic Socialist dominance inside his party.
Reports quote Newsom saying the movement’s “bold” energy will be “mainstream” with “no question”.
The exchange reportedly happened while he campaigned in New Hampshire for Stefany Shaheen.
Research shows Democratic Socialist gains are real but concentrated in deep-blue areas.

What The Undercover Video Shows

Townhall released hidden-camera footage on October 26, 2026, attributing the comments to California Governor Gavin Newsom. In the clip, Newsom responds to a prompt about democratic-socialist ideas by saying the energy for “bold change” will be “dominant” and a “mainstream democratic movement,” adding “absolutely” and “no question about that”. Coverage from Legal Insurrection reproduces the same quote from the video, citing his categorical language as the key point in the exchange.

Reports from Salem News Channel say the exchange occurred in mid-October while Newsom campaigned in New Hampshire for congressional candidate Stefany Shaheen. Several outlets carried the same words and framing, describing the prediction as a marker for where Democrats may head before the 2028 race. The outlets did not publish a full official transcript, and no on-record response from Newsom was included in the coverage at the time of publication.

How This Fits The Party Landscape

Public records and recent news show democratic-socialist ideas have gained ground in some contests, but not across most of the country. A Brookings analysis found 282 candidates endorsed by Democratic Socialists of America in 2026, yet concluded their reach was limited, centered in safe liberal districts, and not equal to control of the national party. That pattern matches recent cycles where activist energy shapes primaries in strongholds but faces headwinds in swing areas.

Newsom has discussed this trend in other settings. Interviews and segments have shown him acknowledging that democratic-socialist themes influence debates inside the party, often pointing to high-profile primaries and city races that drew media attention. Fox News segments have likewise highlighted the visible surge of democratic-socialist messaging and victories in a few states, amplifying the sense of momentum among progressive activists. Those examples help explain why a politician would forecast stronger influence, even if the movement’s wins remain clustered.

Why People Across The Spectrum Care

Voters on the right and left see this as part of a bigger fight over who holds power and whose agenda sets the rules. Conservatives worry that a shift toward democratic-socialist ideas means more taxes, bigger government, stricter rules on energy, and fewer choices for families and small businesses. Liberals worry that a hard ideological turn could turn off independents, deepen divides, and miss urgent bread-and-butter needs like paychecks, housing, and safer streets. Both sides doubt Washington’s willingness to listen.

“Machiavellian chameleon” @LarryOConnor TORCHES Gavin Newsom for telling a DSA and Marxism supporter that her call for bold change would become mainstream Democratic politics, accusing him of saying whatever it takes to gain power.

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— Townhall.com (@townhallcom) October 26, 2026

The video lands while Republicans control the White House and Congress. That balance of power means the near-term policy track will still be set by President Trump and his allies. But party identity shapes future races. If democratic-socialist ideas become mainstream inside the Democratic Party, primary maps, donor networks, and policy platforms could shift. If their gains stay regional, party leaders may try to blend activist goals with appeals to center-left and swing voters.

What To Watch Next

Watch for concrete measures, not just quotes. Track how many candidates run with Democratic Socialists of America endorsements, how many win outside deep-blue areas, and what language state and national platforms adopt in 2027 and 2028. Follow whether leading Democrats echo Newsom’s forecast or push a broader “big tent” message. Keep an eye on local races for signs of policy change on housing, policing, energy, taxes, and labor, where city and state leaders can act faster than Washington.