News

Obama Calls California’s Redistricting Proposal ‘Responsible,’ Report Says

Obama reportedly said the California redistricting plan, which is being proposed in response to a Texas redistricting that ...

Obama applauds Newsom's redistricting plan in CA; calls it 'smart, measured approach'

As redistricting battles continue to escalate across the nation, some big names are speaking out to voice their opinions.

Obama applauds Newsom’s California redistricting plan as ‘responsible’ as Texas GOP pushes new maps

Former President Barack Obama has expressed support for California Governor Gavin Newsom's approach to redistricting.

Former President Obama supports California’s redistricting efforts

Former President Barack Obama is in favor of California’s redistricting plan. The former president threw his support behind ...

Obama Endorses Newsom’s Redistricting Proposal as a ‘Responsible Approach’

The former president suggested that Democrats opposing G.O.P. efforts in Texas and elsewhere should advance their own ...

5 things to know about California’s special election on redistricting

California will ask voters this fall to decide whether to redraw this state’s congressional lines after its ...

Election lawyers, Obama alumni renew Illinois redistricting reform push

They want to do this by passing a state constitutional amendment via a ballot initiative during the 2026 general election.

California voters will decide redistricting in November, escalating battle with Trump

Nelson is a staff writer at the Los Angeles Times covering California politics, including the 2026 governor’s race and the ...