🔗 Share this article Republicans File Lawsuit Against Redistricting Initiative Republicans in the state of California filed a federal lawsuit on Wednesday, contesting a high-stakes redistricting measure that has the potential to flip up to five congressional seats for the Democratic party. Electorate-Backed Proposition Grants Power to State Lawmakers This initiative, Proposition 50, was approved by the electorate on Tuesday evening, representing 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 approve maps that are expected to assist the Democratic party gain five congressional seats in the House of Representatives. Response to Gerrymandering in the state of Texas This action is a targeted countermeasure to gerrymandering in the state of Texas, where GOP lawmakers, at the US president’s behest, have created a number of new districts favoring Republicans. More details soon...