A recent Emerson College poll shows that just over half (51%) of California voters support Governor Gavin Newsom’s Proposition 50, a ballot measure on redrawing the state’s congressional districts in the upcoming November special election. This marks a significant increase in support from earlier polls in August, when only about a third backed the measure. The proposition aims to counteract Republican-led redistricting efforts in states like Texas and Missouri, which are seeking to gain additional House seats ahead of the 2026 midterms.<\/p>\n

Among voters very likely to participate, support rises to 55%, with 35% opposed. Opinions on Proposition 50 are nearly split, with 51% seeing it as an excellent idea and 49% disagreeing. Supporters tend to view Governor Newsom positively, with 74% approving his job performance, whereas 82% of opponents disapprove of him. Newsom’s overall job approval stands<\/a> at 46%,higher than former President Donald Trump’s 35%.<\/p>\n

the poll also explored the impact of former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger’s vocal opposition to the redistricting plan. Around two-thirds of voters said his stance did not influence their opinion, while 22% felt more inclined to support the measure and 12% less inclined.<\/p>\n

The survey was conducted between September 15 and 16 with 1,000 likely California voters and carries a margin of error of plus or minus three percentage points.

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