Democrats redrew California’s map to counter Trump. The primary tests whether it pays off for them
Summary
California Democrats redrew the state's congressional map to try to gain five more U.S. House seats, in response to Texas giving more seats to Republicans. A key test of this effort is the primary election in a San Diego area district where many Democrats are running, risking splitting their vote and allowing Republicans to win both top spots.Key Facts
- California voters allowed Democrats to redraw the state's congressional districts to gain more House seats.
- The redrawing aims to counter Texas’ redistricting that favors Republicans.
- California uses a primary system where the top two vote-getters advance to the general election, regardless of party.
- In a San Diego district, nine Democrats and two Republicans are running.
- The Republican incumbent Darrell Issa retired, creating an open seat.
- Republicans Jim Desmond and Jim O’Neil are competing against many Democrats in this district.
- Democrats worry that splitting their votes among many candidates could result in no Democrat advancing to the general election.
- This race is a major test of whether California’s redistricting strategy will work.
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