Border Patrol presence sparks tension at California governor's redistricting press conference.

On August 14, 2025, Border Patrol agents gathered outside California Governor Gavin Newsom's press conference in Los Angeles during discussions on redistricting plans. Mayor Karen Bass called the agents' presence provocative and disrespectful, while the Border Patrol stated their operation was routine and aimed at enforcing laws. At least one arrest was made nearby. Newsom announced a special election on November 4 to seek approval for new district maps that could add five more Democratic seats to the US House.