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Voters made a critical decision on California’s political future with the approval of Proposition 50, paving the way for the redrawing of congressional districts. We have the election results and the latest on other key races that took place around the country.
The government shutdown is now one for the record books, becoming the longest in U.S. history. On its 36th day, we’re looking at the impact it could have at our airports and its effects on those in need of food assistance.
Let's dive into the Streamline newsletter for November 5:
THE STREAMLINE:
ABC 10News brings you The Streamline for Wednesday, Nov. 5 -- everything you need to know in under 10 minutes:
TOP STORY:
On Election Day, Californians voted overwhelmingly in favor of Proposition 50, a ballot initiative to redraw the state’s congressional districts.
The redrawn districts will shift political boundaries across the state, potentially altering representation in several regions ahead of the next election cycle.
As of 4:30 a.m. Wednesday, the California Secretary of State’s website shows 5,154,529 (63.8%) votes in favor of Prop. 50. There are 2,927,923 (36.2%) votes against it.
- View California election results: https://electionresults.sos.ca.gov/returns/ballot-measures
In San Diego County, 487,173 voters (60.7%) chose Yes on Prop. 50, while 315,443 voters (39.3%) marked No on the measure. These results are based on the County Registrar of Voters count from 2:46 a.m. Wednesday.
- View San Diego County election results: https://www.livevoterturnout.com/ENR/sandiegocaenr/23/en/Index_23.html
A Prop. 50 passage could potentially give Democrats a five-seat edge in the House of Representatives.
The redrawing is a response to similar GOP efforts in Texas, where Republicans recently redrew boundaries to strengthen their hold on key seats.
Under the new rules, California will move forward with a redrawing of electoral districts only after GOP-led states do so first. Its changes would remain in force until elections in 2030.
In August, state lawmakers approved a bill that stipulated if voters approved the new maps, they would be used for the 2026 midterms.
Redrawing congressional districts typically happens once a decade, based on data from the U.S. Census. California typically relies on the independent California Citizens Redistricting Commission to outline its maps.
Other key races in San Diego County and across the U.S.:
- Poway: Early results show Poway voters in support city councilman's recall
- New York City: Zohran Mamdani makes history in NYC mayor’s race
- Virginia: Spanberger projected to win Virginia gubernatorial race, will be state's first female governor
- Virginia: Democrat Jay Jones wins Virginia AG race despite texts endorsing violence
- New Jersey: Democrat Mikie Sherrill projected to win New Jersey gubernatorial race
- Maine: Maine voters approve red flag gun law after mass shooting that killed 18
- Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania reelects Supreme Court justices, extending a Democratic majority
Scripps News Group contributed to this report
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BREAKING OVERNIGHT:
The federal government shutdown is now in Day 36, beating the previous record set during the first Trump administration in 2019.
As the shutdown continues, the impacts of employee furloughs, missed paychecks, and funding stoppages for critical programs are expected to gain strength.
On Tuesday, Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy announced that parts of U.S. airspace could be closed if the shutdown drags into next week.
Airports across the nation have reported shortages in air traffic control staff and TSA personnel as they continue to work without pay.
Meanwhile, for those who rely on SNAP, many are wondering when they will receive funding after the Trump administration announced they will partially fund the federal food assistance program, giving recipients only part of their benefits.
The major sticking point at the center of the shutdown remains health care, with Democrats trying to preserve health care subsidies and Republicans saying they won’t negotiate on the issue until the government reopens.
CONSUMER:
The rise of online shopping initially posed significant challenges for shopping centers, with many struggling to maintain foot traffic as consumers shifted to digital platforms.
However, mall operators are responding by reimagining their spaces to create destinations that blend shopping, dining, entertainment and even residential and office components.
WATCH — Consumer reporter Marie Coronel visits a couple of local malls to learn more about the resurgence:
WE FOLLOW THROUGH:
National Guard troops are now deployed in San Diego County to help local food banks, but there is still uncertainty over when people who rely on food assistance will receive their benefits.
WATCH — Reporter Ryan Hill spoke to one Guard member about this mission that holds extra meaning:
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