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Democrats are holding their own in the redistricting wars: From the Politics Desk

But for now, Democrats are holding their own in the redistricting battle as they set their sights on reclaiming the House majority in 2026. Read More

How politics in California, Kansas could impact Indiana lawmakers' redistricting decision

Shifting political winds nationally could influence Indiana Republicans' decision next month on whether to draw new congressional maps mid-decade. Read More

Three questions for 2026: From the Politics Desk

The proposal was the idea of Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., according to two sources with knowledge of the matter. He shopped it around to Democratic senators before it was rolled out and spoke ... Read More

Trump could play politics with California disaster relief, emergency experts warn

For decades, Californians could rely on the federal government for help. “The modern era of emergency management … is forever changing,” a state official says. Read More

California GOP files lawsuit challenging Prop 50

California's Republican Party has filed a federal lawsuit challenging Prop 50, claiming the state's new congressional maps are unconstitutional because they gerrymander districts in violations of the ... Read More

A political giant to exit main stage

Rep. Nancy Pelosi, a leading figure in the Democratic Party for more than three decades and the first woman to serve as speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, announced her 2026 retirement ... Read More

Payback? Power grab? Proposition 50 is California’s political ink-blot test

Where California voters stand on the state's redistricting measure depends where, politically, many of them sit. In the Inland Empire, opinion appears divided even as the measure seems headed to ... Read More

Fox News Voter Poll: California voters OK congressional redistricting plan

California voters approve Proposition 50 to redraw congressional maps, expected to add Democratic seats in response to Republican redistricting efforts in Texas. Read More

Did your county pass Prop 50 or reject it? See election results by county

Early results show that Prop 50 was a tight race in counties like Fresno and Inyo. But in some counties, voters overwhelmingly opposed it. Read More

Gavin Newsom for president? California governor says he's considering running

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he will consider making a run for the White House after next year's midterm elections, following months of speculation the Democratic figure is preparing for a 2028 ... Read More

Inside California Politics: Oct. 26, 2025

(INSIDE CALIFORNIA POLITICS) — Former Los Angeles Mayor and candidate for California governor Antonio Villaraigosa joined Inside California Politics this week to discuss his priorities for the state. Read More