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California Politics · CaliforniaCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom announced plans for a Nov. 4 special election to approve new congressional maps aimed at helping Democrats gain five U.S. House seats in 2026. The move comes in response to a Republican-led redistricting effort in Texas, backed by Donald Trump, to add five GOP seats. Newsom unveiled the plan alongside prominent Democratic leaders, with state lawmakers expected to formally set the election next week.See the Story
Newsom Calls Nov. 4 Special Election in California on Partisan Redistricting Plan to Counter Texas Move
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Donald Trump · CaliforniaWhether or not he succeeds is yet to be determined, but right now, there is little doubt that it has worked to elevate Newsom above Kamala Harris and other candidates.See the Story
Douglas Schoen: Redistricting Raises Newsom’s Profile, but Risks Remain
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Kamala Harris · Long BeachAn envoy including some of the region’s top Democrats set up shop at Long Beach City Hall on Wednesday, with a swearing-in ceremony for Garcia as the ranking member for the Oversight and Government Reform Committee.See the Story
