California's Special Election: Voting on Prop. 50
California's special election on November 4 is to authorize the temporary use of new congressional district maps through 2030.
The election is related to Proposition 50, an effort by Governor Gavin Newsom to potentially help Democrats win additional seats in California.
Prop. 50 is "a direct attack on democracy" that would undercut the work of an independent commission previously approved by voters.
- The proposition aims to offset moves in Texas to gain Republican districts.
- Arnold Schwarzenegger has spoken out against the revised districts.
- The statewide election is projected to cost taxpayers roughly $280 million.
Author's summary: California votes on Prop. 50.