🔗 Share this article GOP Lodge Lawsuit Against Redistricting Measure Republicans in California have initiated a legal action in federal court this Wednesday, contesting a high-stakes redistricting initiative that has the potential to shift as many as five House seats to the benefit of Democrats. Voter-Approved Proposition Assigns Power to Legislature This initiative, Proposition 50, was approved by voters Tuesday night, marking a decisive victory for the Democratic side. The plan temporarily gives the authority to draw congressional districts to the state's legislative body, enabling it to adopt district maps that will help the Democratic party gain five seats in the House of Representatives. Countermeasure to Partisan Redistricting in the state of Texas This action is a direct response to partisan redistricting in Texas, where Republicans, at the US president’s behest, have created several new districts favoring Republicans. Additional information to follow...