A plan to redraw California’s congressional districts , known as Proposition 50, has passed in Tuesday’s election, in a blow to President Donald Trump.

The measure was spearheaded by Democratic California Governor Gavin Newsom, who threw the weight of his political operation behind it in a major test of his mettle ahead of a potential 2028 presidential campaign. Former President Barack Obama urged voters to pass it as well.

Speaking after the result was called, Newsom said the passage delivered a powerful message to Trump , who was "historically the most unpopular president in modern history."

Why It Matters

The ballot measure will see redistricting in an effort to help the Democratic Party in next year’s midterm elections, as Republican-led states have sought to bolster their

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