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‘These are extraordinary times’: California unveils new maps to counter Texas gerrymandering
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8:24Now PlayingLate last night, California Democrats released proposed maps that would likely flip five Republican-held seats, giving Democrats 48 of the state’s 52 districts, up from 43. It's a direct counter to Republican gains in Texas. State lawmakers will vote on the plan next week. If two-thirds approve, voters will have the final say in a Nov. 4th special election. And as they return to Austin, Texas Democrats are getting some major backup. Today, the Democratic National Committee is organizing hundreds of “Fight the Trump Takeover” protests in 43 states to condemn Trump-backed redistricting. And this week, former President Obama added his voice to the fight in a call with Texas Democrats.
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