California voters approve Prop 50, redrawing congressional map

California voters have passed Proposition 50, paving the way for a major redrawing of the state’s congressional districts. The change, championed by Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, could flip several Republican-held seats and strengthen Democrats’ chances of retaking the U.S. House in the 2026 midterms. The move comes as states across the country — including Texas, Missouri, and North Carolina — pursue mid-decade redistricting efforts aimed at reshaping political power ahead of next year’s elections.