SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Tuesday is Election Day in California where the only statewide measure on the special election ballot is Prop 50. Voters will decide whether to temporarily change how California draws its congressional district maps.

It’s the first statewide special election in California since 2021 and voter turnout so far is around 35% in San Diego County.

"We mailed out over two million ballots. Of that, 700,000 have already been returned, plus the additional 10,000 in person voting," shared Shawn Brom, Assistant Registrar of Voters.

A yes vote would support a new congressional map drawn by lawmakers starting in 2026. Changes would last until 2030. After that, the independent commission is expected to resume.

"That’s like politicians telling you there’s going to be a tempora

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