US EditionCalifornia Gov. Newsom Signs Legislation Calling Special Election on Redrawn Congressional Map
California Democrats approved a bill for a November special election to enact new congressional maps aiming to replace five Republican congressmen with Democrats, countering GOP redistricting efforts.
- On Thursday, California state lawmakers approved legislation to establish a November 4 special election and amended ACA 8 so new congressional maps proceed regardless of GOP states' actions.
- After Texas approved its new map, California Democrats reacted to President Donald Trump's push for Republican-controlled states to add seats, framing a national battle for U.S. House control.
- Budget watchers note the $200 million estimate for the special election, while the proposed map aims to add five additional Democratic U.S. House seats to the 43 Democrats currently holding California's 52 seats.
- Republicans sued Tuesday and called for a federal investigation, accusing Democrats of muscling the package through and taking voice away from Californians.
- If voters approve, the new map would last through 2030 before the independent redistricting commission resumes, while Democrats push for a national redistricting commission backed by former President Barack Obama.
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