The short answer is no, according to the California secretary of state’s office. “The only possible impact would be if United States Postal Service operations were interrupted and the USPS has noted that their operations won’t be interrupted,” a spokesperson for the secretary of state said in an email.

Over 3 million mail ballots have been returned in the special election about redrawing congressional districts. Political observers were surprised.

California is gearing up for an election to decide whether the state will redraw congressional lines in an effort to help Democrats gain five more seats in the U.S. House. Here's what to know.

Voters can find help at these centers with obtaining a replacement ballot, registering to vote, casting a provisional ballot and more.

Some 23 million voters have received mail ballots for the Nov. 4 election. The only statewide measure this fall is a redistricting plan spearheaded by Gov. Gavin Newsom.

In 29 "Voter's Choice Act Counties," it's also possible to vote in person or drop off your ballot at a Vote Center beginning 10 days before the election. For this special election, that means Vote Centers open for early voting beginning on Saturday, Oct. 25.

Former President Barack Obama serves as the Democratic Party's campaign closer for 2025 elections, supporting California's Proposition 50 and gubernatorial nominees across states.