California’s redrawn US House map gets its first test as Democrats hope to counter GOP redistricting
California's congressional primaries served as a test for Democrats aiming to counter Republican redistricting efforts. The new congressional map, drawn to potentially gain five seats for Democrats, faced challenges in key districts. The outcome of these primaries will indicate the effectiveness of the redistricting strategy amid a divided party landscape.
- ▪California Democrats redrew the congressional map to gain five seats against GOP redistricting.
- ▪The primary results showed mixed outcomes, with some Democrats advancing while others faced challenges.
- ▪The situation reflects a broader national trend of party divisions and redistricting battles.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onCalifornia’s redrawn US House map gets its first test as Democrats hope to counter GOP redistrictingCalifornia’s congressional primaries were a preliminary test of Democrats’ best chance at countering Republican redistricting gains elsewhere this yearByNICHOLAS RICCARDI Associated PressJune 2, 2026, 12:03 AM0:59Jim Desmond, a Republican candidate for California's 48th Congressional District, poses for a portrait Friday, May 29, 2026, in Vista, Calif.
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