Maryland politicians are weighing in on the national debate over mid-decade redistricting, as states propose plans to give parties in power more congressional seats ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Gov. Gavin Newsom and California legislative and congressional members stood with Texas state lawmakers in their opposition to President Trump's plan to redraw voting maps to hold onto power in the midterm election.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday that the Golden State will move forward with a special election in early November to place its own redistricting plan on a ballot measure before voters.