🔗 Share this article Republicans File Legal Challenge Against Redistricting Measure Republicans in the state of California have initiated a legal action in federal court this Wednesday, challenging a high-stakes redistricting measure that has the potential to shift as many as five congressional seats for the Democratic party. Voter-Approved Measure Grants Power to State Lawmakers This initiative, Proposition 50, was approved by the electorate Tuesday night, marking a decisive victory for the Democratic side. The plan grants on a temporary basis the authority to draw congressional districts to the state's legislative body, enabling it to approve maps that will help the Democratic party pick up five seats in the House of Representatives. Countermeasure to Gerrymandering in the state of Texas The plan is a direct response to partisan redistricting in the state of Texas, where Republicans, following the US president's direction, have created several new districts favoring Republicans. Additional information soon...