California Democrats, led by Governor Gavin Newsom, are initiating a redistricting plan that may significantly alter the state's political dynamics. This proposal, to be voted on in November, seeks to retrieve redistricting powers previously taken from lawmakers. The changes promise to bolster Democratic representation while marginalizing Republicans by concentrating them in fewer districts. This effort could impact the balance of power in the U.S. House of Representatives following the 2026 midterm elections and potentially elevate Newsom as a leading figure in opposing Trump.
The redistricting plan taking shape in Sacramento and headed toward voters in November could shift the Golden State's political landscape for at least six years, if not longer, and sway which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives after the 2026 midterm elections.
The new maps, drawn by Democratic strategists and lawmakers behind closed doors, were expected to be submitted to legislative leaders by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee and widely leaked on Friday.
The proposed map would concentrate Republican voters in a handful of deep-red districts and eliminate an Inland Empire congressional seat represented by the longest-serving member of California's GOP delegation.
For Democrats, the plans would boost the fortunes of up-and-coming politicians and shore up vulnerable incumbents in Congress, including two new lawmakers who won election by fewer than 1,000 votes.
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