California Republicans file federal lawsuit over new US House map

California Republicans have filed a lawsuit to block a new U.S. House map that voters just approved. The map, backed by Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, aims to help Democrats flip up to five congressional seats in next year's midterm elections. The Dhillon Law Group filed the lawsuit, arguing the map illegally uses race to redraw the map in favor of Hispanic voters. They're asking the court to block the new districts before the 2026 elections. Newsom's office said the challenge will fail. It's unclear if a temporary restraining order would be granted before the December deadline.