🔗 Share this article Republicans File Lawsuit Against Boundary Changes Measure GOP members in the state of California filed a federal lawsuit on Wednesday, challenging a significant redistricting measure that has the potential to shift as many as five congressional seats to the benefit of Democrats. Voter-Approved Proposition Grants Power to State Lawmakers The measure, Proposition 50, received approval by voters Tuesday night, marking a decisive victory for Democrats. The plan grants on a temporary basis the authority to draw electoral boundaries to the state's legislative body, enabling it to adopt maps that will help Democrats gain five seats in the House of Representatives. Countermeasure to Partisan Redistricting in Texas The plan is a direct response to partisan redistricting in Texas, where GOP lawmakers, at the US president’s behest, have carved out several new safe Republican districts. More details to follow...