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Newsom Calls Nov. 4 Special Election in California on Partisan Redistricting Plan to Counter Texas Move
Governor Newsom seeks voter approval for a midterm redistricting measure to counter Republican gains in Texas, potentially costing Fresno County up to $4 million, officials said.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a special election on November 4 to change the state's congressional map, aiming to reduce Republican seats from nine to potentially none.
- The proposed changes are part of the 'Election Rigging Response Act' and could help Democrats gain five more U.S. House seats in 2026, contingent upon similar actions being taken in Texas and other states.
- Polling shows that California voters prefer the current independent redistricting commission by nearly a two-to-one margin, indicating significant support for retaining it over state lawmakers for map-drawing.
- Attorney General Rob Bonta claims there is a 'legal pathway' for the proposed changes, despite possible legal challenges to Newsom’s effort.
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Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom Counters Texas Redistricting Effort
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