Summary
California voters have approved a new set of congressional district boundaries, backed by Democrats. This change could help Democrats gain more seats in the U.S. House of Representatives for the 2026 elections.
Key Facts
- California voters passed Proposition 50 to approve new congressional district maps.
- The new districts could allow Democrats to gain up to five more seats.
- The redistricting effort is part of a larger national strategy affecting control of the U.S. House in 2026.
- Texas has redrawn their maps to potentially add five Republican seats.
- A majority of 218 seats is needed to control the U.S. House; currently, Republicans hold 219 seats, and Democrats have 213.
- Redistricting can influence political power by changing which areas certain representatives serve.
- President Donald Trump is seeking to maintain the Republican majority in the House.
