California Republicans have struggled to raise significant funds against Proposition 50, initially promising to collect $100 million but only managing to gather around $11 million so far. In contrast, Democrat-led initiatives have raised nearly $100 million, aided by high-profile endorsements and advertisements, leading to increasing public support for the redistricting measure according to recent polls.

The article discusses California Proposition 50 of 2025, which proposes that California redraw its congressional district maps in response to Texas' partisan gerrymandering. It presents arguments for and against the proposition, emphasizing the ethical implications of retaliatory gerrymandering and the debate over maintaining fair electoral processes in California versus responding to national political maneuvers.