Supreme Court permits California’s new congressional map

The Supreme Court permitted California to implement a newly approved congressional map, benefiting Democrats ahead of the midterm elections. The order, issued without explanation, came after Republicans claimed the map was racially gerrymandered. The map, approved by voters via Proposition 50, could help Democrats gain up to five House seats. Governor Gavin Newsom advocated for the redistricting to counter a similar map in Texas that may benefit Republicans.