Summary
California Republicans have filed a lawsuit with the state Supreme Court to stop Governor Gavin Newsom's redistricting plan, arguing that it needs more public review time. They claim the plan's timeline violates a state rule by shortening the usual 30-day public review period. The dispute is part of a larger national debate on redistricting in the United States.
Key Facts
- California Republicans filed a lawsuit to pause Governor Newsom's redistricting legislation.
- They want more time for the public to review the proposal.
- The lawsuit claims the plan doesn't follow a state rule that requires a 30-day public review period.
- The plan suggests voting on redistricting maps created by the Legislature, not an independent commission.
- The lawsuit is part of a national argument over redistricting, which started with efforts in Texas.
- Democratic lawmakers aim to pass the redistricting bills by Thursday, before a special election on November 4.
- The National Republican Congressional Committee is ready to contest Newsom's redistricting efforts too.
