California, Proposition 50
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The race was quickly called in the measure's favor by election experts even as thousands of ballots remained to be counted across California.
The California Republican Party on Wednesday announced its legal bid to overturn Prop 50 following voters's mandate to redraw the state's congressional map.
In a major win for Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democrats, the state can now adopt new maps with more blue-leaning districts.
California Republicans filed a federal lawsuit to block Prop 50 maps, alleging racial bias and constitutional violations in redistricting.
Shifting political winds nationally could influence Indiana Republicans' decision next month on whether to draw new congressional maps mid-decade.
Here's how all 58 California counties voted on Prop 50, with around 75% of the vote in: Sign up for daily SFGATE breaking news alerts here. Google now allows you to add preferred news sources. Set SFGATE as one of yours to see more of us when you search.
High-profile races are unfolding across the country on Tuesday, including New York City's mayoral election and governor's races in New Jersey and Virginia. In California, voters will consider a ballot measure that puts forth a redrawn congressional map that could net Democrats five House seats.