Democratic California Governor Gavin Newsom and Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis have traded barbs over which state ranks higher in key metrics this week. Here is a look at the data.

Why It Matters

Newsom and DeSantis lead the first and third most populous states in the country and have become prominent party leaders. Both are viewed as potential presidential candidates in the 2028 election and have large name recognition within their party. If they choose to pursue the White House, their executive leadership would face scrutiny from voters and pundits.

Newsom, DeSantis Spar Over State Economies

DeSantis appeared on Fox News this week, taking a shot at Newsom by saying that California is "number one in a lot of things—just not the things you would want to be number one

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