Election Day: What is California Prop 50 and where to vote
It's Election Day in California, with voters casting their ballots in the Proposition 50 special election.
Proposition 50 will put the power of California's Congressional district lines in the hands of voters. Republicans view it as a Democratic power grab, while Democrats see it as necessary to counter Republican redistricting in Texas.
Voters can mail in or drop off their ballots and vote in person, with vote centers open from 7 a.m. Those in line at 8 p.m. will still have their votes counted.
Although voting hours are still available, counting is already underway across the state.
Stay in line if you're at the vote center at 8 p.m., your vote will still be counted.
For more information, voters can find details on the special election and voting process.
Author's summary: California votes on Prop 50 today.