Supreme Court clears way for California’s new congressional map to be used in midterms

California voters approved the new map, which could net Democrats up to five more seats, in last November’s special election.

(Godofredo A. Vásquez | AP) California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs legislation calling for a special election on a redrawn congressional map on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, in Sacramento, Calif.