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The new maps could also see more Democrats added into the Central Valley district of GOP Rep. David Valadao, who has already been able to defy gravity in a seat with a Democratic registration advantage.
California Democrats released proposed congressional redistricting maps as their fight with Trump and Texas escalates.
The plan would help Democrats flip five seats, offsetting the gains Republicans hope to make by redrawing maps in Texas.
While a general notion behind drawing districts is to unite what’s called communities of interest — neighborhoods and cities that share similar concerns or demographic traits — the proposed
Proposed new congressional maps in California could help Democrats flip five Republican seats and bolster around five Democratic incumbents in toss-up districts.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom calls for a special election to allow for a new congressional map in California
The measure, which would appear on the ballot in the state this November if lawmakers approve it, comes in response to Texas Republicans' mid-decade redistricting push.