Newsom says California will push to redraw maps in riposte to Texas plan:
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Newsom backs conditional California redistricting plan against TexasThe governor seeks a 4 November vote; the proposed map would remain through the 2030 elections.
Key FactsAug 15, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The plan would bypass California’s independent commission and redraw congressional districts if Texas or another Republican-led state advances partisan maps.
- Newsom formally called for a special election on 4 November; the Democratic-led state legislature is to introduce the bill Monday.
- Texas Democrats said they were prepared to end their two-week walkout after California releases its redistricting proposal.
- The Department of Homeland Security rejected Newsom’s intimidation allegation, saying CBP patrols all Los Angeles areas daily with more than 40 teams.
"Wake up, America," Newsom warned. "You will not have a country if he rigs this election."— Gavin Newsom, California governor, at a Los Angeles rally announcing California's countermap plan in response to Texas's map-drawing effort.
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