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Florida Legislature Approves DeSantis-Backed Redistricting Map
The Florida Legislature has approved a new congressional map proposed by Governor Ron DeSantis, which is expected to create up to four additional Republican-held seats. This move follows a Supreme Court decision that narrowed the Voting Rights Act, potentially impacting how districts with minority voters are drawn.
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This plan could significantly alter Florida's representation in Congress, potentially shifting the balance of power in upcoming elections.
Key Facts
- The Florida Legislature approved a new congressional map proposed by Governor Ron DeSantis.
- The map aims to create up to four additional Republican-controlled congressional seats.
- The approval occurred shortly after the Supreme Court issued a ruling impacting the Voting Rights Act.
- The new map redraws districts in central Florida and areas around Tampa, Orlando, and the southeast coast.
- Opponents argue the map violates Florida's Fair Districts Amendment, which bans partisan gerrymandering.
Who's Mentioned
organizationCBS Newsdate2010organizationCongressdateTuesdaypersonAngie Nixonother20otherFair Districts AmendmentpersonAaron NavarroothersevenlocationOrlandopersonAshley MoodyotherVoting Rights ActpersonRon DeSantisorganizationFlorida Legislature“Approved a new congressional map.”locationTampalocationFloridadateApril 29, 2026personFentrice DriskellotherFlorida ConstitutionorganizationSupreme CourtdateWednesdaydate2026personSheila Cherfilus-McCormickpersonDavid AxelmanlocationLouisianadate3:50 PM EDTorganizationFlorida's Supreme Courtother21-17personMohammed Jazil