California Democrats introduced a legislative package to call a special election in November to redraw the state's congressional districts to counter GOP efforts in other states.

Late last night, California Democrats released proposed maps that would likely flip five Republican-held seats, giving Democrats 48 of the state’s 52 districts, up from 43. It's a direct counter to Republican gains in Texas.

Democrats in Texas are expected to return to the capital city next week to begin debate over new proposed congressional districts in the state. It comes as top California leaders unveiled their proposed redistricting map on Friday with California Gov.