Florida legislature approves new congressional map that could give GOP 4 more seats
Summary
Florida’s state legislature approved a new congressional map that could help Republicans gain up to four more seats in the 2026 midterm elections. Governor Ron DeSantis supports the map, but Democrats say it violates Florida’s rules against favoring a political party and expect legal challenges.Key Facts
- The new map was passed by Florida’s legislature and is supported by Governor Ron DeSantis.
- It could reduce Democratic-held districts in Florida to just four after the 2026 midterms.
- Florida’s Fair Districts Amendments forbid drawing districts to benefit or harm a political party or incumbent.
- DeSantis and his team claim the state needs the map due to population growth and legal issues.
- Democrats argue the map was rushed and is meant to favor Republicans illegally.
- The map will likely face court challenges based on Florida’s constitutional protections.
- The approval comes amid a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down another state’s congressional map for racial bias.
- Some Republicans had concerns the map could weaken GOP incumbents or energize Democratic voters.
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