California Early Voters Share Their Thoughts on Redistricting Measure Prop 50

Welcome back. I'm Tiffany Meyer. Early voters are casting ballots in California. Voters will decide on a key proposition to determine the state's congressional districts for the next 5 years. Entities David Lamb spoke with voters. >> The outcome of California's Proposition 50 could influence which political party controls the US House. Voters shared their thoughts with me on Prop 50, but some did not want to be on camera. >> Do you think Prop 50 will pass? I do think so. >> I think it probably will because anything that the Democrats want passes. >> I'm hoping and praying. It's time to get a grip on things. It seem like they're falling off the edge, so to speak. >> Governor Gavin Newsome says Prop 50 is the state's response to Texas's middeing, which could give Republicans five House seats. >> Overall, we're estimating the voter turnout to be um between 50 and 60%. Gotcha. We're hoping for more. >> If voters pass the measure in California and allow lawmakers to draw the lines, Democrats could gain five House seats and the maps would be in effect until the next census in 2030. The measure would put aside the independent commission currently in charge of drawing congressional lines in the state. >> I voted no on that, of course, because I just don't think it's right. Former President Barack Obama has shown support for Prop 50, while President Trump and former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger opposed the measure. States such as Texas, Missouri, and North Carolina already passed redistricting measures that would help Republicans in the 2026 midterm elections. >> A lot of people, a lot of other states look to see what California does in order to make their decisions. In one California city, Clovis, its one congressional district could become three different districts. Some have said that California's response is like fighting fire with fire. California's special election day is November 4th. David Lamb, NTD News,