Florida’s Republican governor signs state’s new congressional map into law
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a new congressional map into law that strengthens Republican electoral advantages in four additional districts ahead of the 2026 midterms. The redistricting consolidates Democratic voters in areas like Orlando and Miami while splitting Tampa Bay into three districts, altering competitive dynamics. The move has drawn criticism from both Democrats, who cite violations of the state's anti-gerrymandering provisions, and some Republicans concerned about potential backlash.
- ▪Ron DeSantis signed a new congressional map that benefits Republicans in four more Florida districts.
- ▪The redistricting packs Democratic voters in Orlando and Miami into fewer districts while splitting Tampa Bay into three.
- ▪Democratic representatives Darren Soto and Maxwell Frost may now compete against each other due to boundary changes.
- ▪The new map weakens Democratic Congresswoman Kathy Castor's district and effectively eliminates Debbie Wasserman-Schultz's current district.
- ▪Florida's current congressional delegation consists of 20 Republicans and 8 Democrats.
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Ron DeSantis, the governor of Florida, speaks during during an event in Miami, Florida, on 7 April 2026. Photograph: Eva Marie Uzcategui/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenRon DeSantis, the governor of Florida, speaks during during an event in Miami, Florida, on 7 April 2026. Photograph: Eva Marie Uzcategui/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesThe fight for democracyFloridaFlorida’s Republican governor signs state’s new congressional map into lawRon DeSantis approves maps that give Republicans an advantage in four more races in November’s midterms US politics live – latest updates The fight for democracy is supported byAbout this content George Chidi and Lucy CampbellMon 4 May 2026 14.46 EDTLast modified on Mon 4 May 2026 14.50 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleFlorida governor Ron…
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