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Republicans in California have initiated a federal lawsuit on Wednesday, contesting a significant redistricting measure that has the potential to flip up to five House seats to the benefit of Democrats.

Electorate-Backed Measure Grants Power to Legislature

The measure, Proposition 50, received approval by the electorate Tuesday night, representing a decisive victory for the Democratic side. This arrangement temporarily gives the power to draw congressional districts to the state's legislative body, allowing it to adopt district maps that will help Democrats pick up five congressional seats in the House of Representatives.

Countermeasure to Partisan Redistricting in Texas

This action is a direct response to gerrymandering in Texas, where GOP lawmakers, at the US president’s behest, have created several new districts favoring Republicans.

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