That has changed this week, though, with Obama stepping in to defend California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, who has been in a war of words with the current POTUS. Obama has shown his support for the Democrats' move to redraw congressional districts, following a similar move by the Republicans, which was passed on Wednesday.

Former President Barack Obama endorsed Gov. Gavin Newsom’s redistricting plan, calling it a “responsible approach” as Texas Republicans push new maps.

Former President Barack Obama has endorsed California Governor Gavin Newsom’s fight against Republican gerrymandering efforts in a Wednesday night social media post. Newsom has been openly warning Texas Republicans that he will fight back after they began working to introduce a new congressional map that will deliver five additional House seats to the GOP.

Under normal circumstances, Barack Obama probably wouldn't endorse a Democratic plan for mid-decade redistricting. But these are not normal circumstances.