California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to ask voters in November to approve a ballot measure that would redraw the state's congressional map, potentially creating five additional Democratic seats. This move is intended to counter a redistricting effort initiated by Texas Republicans, which California Democrats view as politically motivated. The proposed redistricting in California is being framed as a direct response to Texas's congressional map changes and is part of a broader political confrontation between the two states. California Democrats are preparing to release new congressional maps later this week. Meanwhile, Texas GOP has escalated tensions by seeking to have California enforce arrest warrants related to the redistricting dispute. Additionally, a Texas judge has blocked Beto O'Rourke from fundraising for Texas Democrats who fled the state amid the redistricting battle, while Texas Democrats have filed a rebuttal rejecting allegations of abandoning their posts. The special election in California is scheduled for November, aiming to establish a new House map ahead of the 2026 elections.