Overview

• California Republicans filed a second emergency petition with the state Supreme Court seeking to remove Proposition 50 from the Nov. 4 ballot, arguing the measure violates single‑subject rules and improperly circumvents the independent commission.
• President Donald Trump said the Justice Department plans to sue California over the proposal, which would temporarily suspend commission‑drawn lines and could create up to five additional Democratic‑leaning House seats.
• Democrats advanced Proposition 50 after Texas’ GOP Legislature approved a mid‑decade map expected to add roughly five Republican‑leaning seats, and Texas’ plan has already drawn a lawsuit alleging racial discrimination.
• Election‑law scholars cited in coverage say the new California challenge is a long shot at the state high court, though further litigation is anticipated if voters approve the measure.
• Separately, Utah District Judge Dianna Gibson ruled the state’s congressional map unlawful for weakening a voter‑created redistricting commission and ordered new maps for the 2026 elections, with Republican leaders signaling appeals.