California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s team thinks the redistricting push could give his presidential ambitions a big boost, as he shows an angry Democratic base that he’s actually fighting back against Republicans in power, CNN reports.

But the Los Angeles Times notes there are big risks too if the special election fails in November.

Aaron Rupar and Noah Berlatsky: “Democrats have found their fight. Newsom is leading the charge.”

CA Redistricting. California Democrats unveiled a new congressional map on Friday, aiming to counter a planned Republican gerrymander in Texas by making several GOP-held districts in the Golden State bluer while also shoring up a number of Democratic seats.

The plan was rolled out haphazardly on Friday evening, leaking to the public several hours before a committee i

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