Polls show Prop 50 leading as California prepares for special election

California voters are days away from deciding Proposition 50, a special election measure that would temporarily redraw congressional district lines ahead of the 2026 midterms. Early ballot data shows Democrats leading 52% to 27% over Republicans, and a PPIC poll finds 56% of likely voters support the measure. The “Yes” campaign brands Prop 50 as a stand against President Trump’s influence, while opponents argue it strips power from voters. Political experts say turnout and partisan messaging could decide the measure’s fate.