CA Democrats hold hearings on new congressional map to counter Trump-backed redistricting
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California Democrats are introducing a new congressional map to counter Republican redistricting efforts in Texas that align with President Trump's strategy. The California Legislature plans to advance this proposal to a vote, aiming for a special election. This action is part of a broader battle for control of Congress as the 2016 midterm elections approach. Public hearings have been conducted to gather feedback, revealing both support and opposition concerning the proposed map and the transparency of the process.
California Democrats are pushing back against Trump's desire to reshape U.S. House maps by proposing a new congressional map ahead of the 2016 midterm elections.
The California Legislature aims to approve a congressional map and hold a special election to secure voter approval, in response to Republican redistricting efforts.
In Texas, a protest is underway against a Republican surveillance requirement imposed on Democratic lawmakers following a two-week walkout over the Trump-backed redistricting plan.
Public hearings in California allow residents to express opinions on the new map proposal, but significant opposition exists, indicating concerns about transparency in the process.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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