US EditionDeSantis releases new congressional map creating four more GOP-leaning seats in Florida
The proposal would give Republicans four more U.S. House seats and is expected to face legal challenges from Democrats and civil-rights groups.
- On Monday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a proposed congressional map that could add four Republican-leaning seats, pending approval from the Republican-controlled Legislature for the 2026 midterms.
- DeSantis cited Florida's population growth since the 2020 Census, claiming the state shifted to a 1.5 million Republican advantage while arguing the current map is unconstitutional because it draws districts based on race.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries condemned the proposal as a "DeSantis dummymander," warning Florida Republicans of political consequences. DeSantis responded by inviting Jeffries to campaign in Florida and offering to host him at the governor's mansion.
- Projections show the map could create four additional GOP-leaning seats amid nationwide redistricting battles. Sources familiar with the plan insist the move is driven by population increases rather than political retaliation for Virginia's recent constitutional amendment.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson recently encouraged the redistricting attempt last week, stating Florida "has the right to do so." The map's success depends on the upcoming special legislative session, which could reshape the state's congressional delegation.
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a new congressional map that would likely give Republicans four additional seats in the House of Representatives. “Florida got shortchanged in the 2020 Census, and we’ve been fighting for fair representation ever since,” DeSantis told Fox News Digital. “Our population has since grown dramatically, and we have moved from a Democrat majority to a 1.5 million Republican advantage. Drawing maps based on race, which…
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