California lawmakers are moving forward with a redistricting plan that could cost the state an estimated $230 million in a special election. Debate at the Capitol has centered on who drew the new congressional maps and whether the process has been transparent. Republicans are calling for a federal investigation, accusing Democrats of running a corrupt process, while Democratic leaders defend the maps as collaborative and necessary to counter Republican influence. With the deadline near, the redistricting package is expected to pass and go before voters.

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