California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) will hold a rally in Texas on Saturday, just days after Golden State voters met with local Democratic lawmakers to protest the state’s redistricting efforts. supported a measure Redrawing your own congressional districts.
Texas was the first of many red states followed President Trump’s directive to change its congressional maps before the 2026 midterms. Although some blue states considered redrawing their maps through legislatures, Newsom chose to let voters choose whether California should move forward with his plan.
“California has stepped up. Now, we’re taking this fight across the country – helping Democrats in other states push back against Trump’s election fraud,” Newsom said in a statement. politico,
The Hill has contacted Newsom’s office for comment.
California on Tuesday Voters approve Proposition 50That allowed lawmakers to rework the Golden State’s maps. This allows Democrats in the state to potentially gain five House seats in 2026. California represents the first state where Democrats have been able to successfully redistrict in the midterms in response to GOP moves.
With the success of Proposition 50, it could raise Newsom’s national profile as he continues his tit-for-tat with Trump and considers a run for the presidency in 2028.
The rally is scheduled for 12 noon Saturday, although the location has not yet been released. Houston Chronicle Informed.
Texas lawmakers approved Governor Greg Abbott (R)’s redistricting plan in August. Like California, new district lines are likely to be added Up to five additional House seats For Republicans in next year’s midterms.
Abbott said, “A big, beautiful map has passed the Senate. Despite the little actions of the Democrats, we kept our promise.” Wrote on social platform In those days. “This map reflects Texans’ true voting priorities, and I look forward to signing it into law.”
