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GOP members in California filed a federal lawsuit on Wednesday, challenging a significant redistricting initiative that could shift up to five congressional seats for Democrats.

Voter-Approved Measure Grants Power to State Lawmakers

This initiative, Proposition 50, was approved by the electorate on Tuesday evening, marking a clear win for the Democratic side. The plan temporarily gives the power to delineate congressional districts to the state's legislative body, enabling it to approve maps that will help Democrats gain five seats in the US House of Representatives.

Countermeasure to Gerrymandering in Texas

The plan is a direct response to gerrymandering in the state of Texas, where Republicans, at the US president’s behest, have created several new districts favoring Republicans.

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