Republicans in the state of California filed a legal action in federal court on Wednesday, contesting a high-stakes redistricting initiative that has the potential to shift as many as five House seats for Democrats.
The measure, Proposition 50, received approval by voters on Tuesday evening, marking a clear win for Democrats. The plan grants on a temporary basis the authority to draw congressional districts to the state's legislative body, allowing it to adopt maps that are expected to assist Democrats pick up five seats in the House of Representatives.
This action is a direct response to gerrymandering in Texas, where GOP lawmakers, at the US president’s behest, have carved out several new districts favoring Republicans.
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