This story will be updated as the event begins at 4 p.m. CT.

(NewsNation) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom is set to host Texas Democratic lawmakers Friday as they break quorum to prevent Republicans from advancing congressional maps that could favor the GOP in upcoming elections.

The event at the State Capitol will feature Democratic leaders, including House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, Rep. Zoe Lofgren and state legislative leaders alongside the Texas Democrats who left their state to block redistricting efforts.

Texas House Democrats departed their state in an attempt to deny Republicans the quorum needed to pass new congressional maps. The proposed maps could give the GOP five additional pickup opportunities ahead of the 2026 elections, according to Democratic officials.

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