Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz, the former chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee, will run for re-election in a newly redrawn South Florida district where the majority of voters are Black.
Republicans redrew the congressional map, moving Wasserman Schultz out of her previous district. Her decision to seek office in Florida’s 20th Congressional District has created friction with Black Democratic leaders.
The district covers parts of Broward and Palm Beach counties. It was designed to be a safe seat for a Black candidate, who has historically represented the area.
Wasserman Schultz, who is white, has represented a different South Florida district for decades. The new map was drawn by Florida’s Republican-controlled Legislature and signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis.
Black Democrats have expressed frustration over the shift. They argue the district was intended to ensure minority representation in Congress.
The congresswoman has defended her move, pointing to her long record of service in the region. She has emphasized her support from local Black officials and community leaders.
The primary election will test the political dynamics of the redrawn district. Wasserman Schultz faces potential challengers from within the Democratic Party.
The race highlights broader national tensions over redistricting and representation. It follows a pattern of legal and political battles over how political maps are drawn in Florida.
