Donald Trump’s latest lawsuit against California isn’t about protecting democracy. It’s about protecting his monopoly on rigging it.

After applauding Texas Republicans for redrawing congressional maps to hand themselves five new GOP-leaning districts, Trump is now suing California for doing the exact same thing—except in favor of Democrats. The difference? California’s move threatens his narrative monopoly. And Trump, ever the branding tyrant, doesn’t tolerate competition.

This isn’t a legal argument. It’s a tantrum dressed in constitutional cosplay.

In Texas, Trump called the redistricting a “victory for fairness.” In California, he refers to it as “election theft.” Same tactic, different party. The only thing consistent is his contempt for consistency.

California’s plan mirrors Texas’s strategy: redraw districts to reflect partisan control. But because California’s constitution mandates an independent redistricting commission, Democrats proposed a temporary override via special election. Trump pounced, claiming it violates “the will of the people.” This is from the man who tried to overturn an actual election.

But here’s the truth: Trump isn’t defending democracy—he’s distorting it. He’s lying to his followers, selling outrage as justice, and hoping they won’t notice the contradiction. He’s banking on blind loyalty, not critical thinking. Because if his base paused for even a moment, they’d see it: he’s suing California for copying Texas. He’s condemning Democrats for using the exact playbook he cheered in red states.

Trump’s lawsuit isn’t about maps—it’s about manufacturing outrage. He’s weaponizing selective legality to paint Democrats as power-hungry while laundering GOP gerrymandering as “restoring balance.” It’s not hypocrisy. It’s asymmetric warfare.

He’s betting his base won’t notice—or won’t care—that he’s suing California for copying Texas. Because in Trumpworld, rules aren’t rules. They’re props. Justice isn’t blind—it’s branded.

This isn’t constitutional guardianship. It’s brand protection. Trump doesn’t want fair maps. He wants exclusive rights to redraw them. His lawsuit is a cease-and-desist against anyone else trying to play his game.

If Democrats are guilty of anything, it’s finally learning to fight fire with fire. And Trump? He’s just mad someone else brought matches.