- A secretly recorded conversation involving Rep. Darrell Issa has surfaced, capturing him discussing new GOP strategies in response to California’s latest congressional map redraw.
- The recording reveals Issa’s concern over the redistricting, which is posited to potentially favor Democrats and pose challenges for Republican incumbents.
- Issa specifically mentioned Representatives Ken Calvert and Young Kim, suggesting that the new map could impact their electoral prospects.
- The conversation highlights Issa’s efforts to devise tactical moves that could counteract the potential Democratic advantage conferred by the redistricting.
- The GOP’s strategic planning, as discussed by Issa, aims to mitigate the effects of the new congressional districts on maintaining Republican seats in California.
- This incident underscores the high stakes involved in the redistricting process, and its capacity to affect political landscapes and election outcomes.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/hot-mic-reveals-issa-plotting-gop-strategy-after-california-redraws-house-map)