Ryan Garza, former Central East High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, May 15 in the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against California Governor Gavin Newsom, challenging the state’s recently enacted congressional redistricting plan.

California State Rep. David Tangipa (R-Fresno) has taken a leading role in the legal challenge against Proposition 50, which is currently facing increased scrutiny after the U.S. Department of Justice joined a lawsuit opposing the measure.

The recent arrest of Governor Gavin Newsom’s former Chief of Staff on federal corruption charges has drawn the attention of Assemblyman David Tangipa, a Republican representing California’s 8th District in the Sierra Foothills.