A California legislative hearing became contentious as Republicans confronted Democrats regarding a congressional redistricting plan intended to gain more seats for the party. A committee voted along partisan lines to push the proposal forward, prompted by Republican efforts in Texas supported by President Trump. Assemblymember David Tangipa questioned the need for the proposal amid budget concerns, stating that the state should prioritize healthcare. A special election is planned for Nov. 4 to let voters decide on the new maps, raising cost concerns among Republicans about over $230 million.
The committee voted along party lines to advance a new congressional map in response to a Republican redistricting effort in Texas that President Donald Trump wants.
Tangipa argued that California should spend its resources on other issues such as health care, emphasizing the cost concerns amid the state's massive deficit.
Lawmakers are expected to schedule a Nov. 4 special election to put the new maps before voters, with California Republicans estimating the cost to exceed $230 million.
At times during the hearing, lawmakers interrupted one another, prompting the chair to call for order repeatedly during the chaotic discussion.
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