California Democrats Unveil 'Election Fairness Act' to Combat Texas GOP Gerrymandering Tactics Backed by Trump

California Governor Gavin Newsom, alongside Democratic leaders, is taking decisive action in response to Texas Republicans’ recent redistricting efforts aimed at securing five additional congressional seats, a strategy attributed to Donald Trump. In retaliation, Newsom revealed California’s plans to introduce a new redistricting scheme that would benefit Democrats.In swift action, California legislators passed several bills to confront the Texas initiative just one day after its approval. At the signing of the “Election Rigging Response Act,” Governor Newsom highlighted the targeted nature of these actions, stating, “Californians deserve the chance to combat Trump’s attempts to undermine democracy.”Newsom emphasized equality within the democratic process, asserting, “When rules are fair, the Republican party will face a minority status in Congress.” Furthermore, he announced a special election on November 4, 2025, aiming to empower voters against authoritarian tendencies.California Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas underscored the necessity of this legislation to challenge Trump’s influence, declaring, “We are not merely observers; we are actively protecting our democracy and giving Californians a voice.” (Photos: YouTube Screenshots)