Florida Senate Passes Gov. Ron Desantis’ Redistricting Plan
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On Wednesday, the Florida Senate approved Governor Ron Desantis’ congressional redistricting plan that would favor the GOP. While left-leaning articles highlight that Democratic state senator Shevrin D. “Shev” Jones noted that Florida runs the risk of having only two Black members of congress if the new map is approved, right-leaning articles highlight that the congressional map would see Republicans pick up four congressional districts and eliminate three districts currently held by Democrats.
A left-leaning article by Boston Globe highlights that Democratic state senator Shevrin D. “Shev” Jones noted that Florida runs the risk of having only two Black members of congress if the new map is approved. More than 200 Black leaders gathered in front of the State Capitol on Tuesday to speak out against the new map.
Yahoo News published a centrist article reporting that the 24-15 party-line vote set the stage for final passage Thursday in the House. The most-controversial parts of the plan would diminish the chances of electing Black Democrats in districts in North and Central Florida.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that the congressional map would see Republicans pick up four congressional districts and eliminate three districts currently held by Democrats. The DeSantis proposal creates a total of 20 seats that favor Republican candidates.
From the right
Florida Senate passes DeSantis congressional map wiping out Dem gains from redistricting
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