Florida dives into the redistricting arms race despite political and legal hurdles

December 4, 2025

Florida lawmakers are gearing up for a contentious redistricting effort, with a legislative hearing scheduled for Thursday. The Republican-controlled state government aims to secure their House majority amid legal challenges stemming from a 2010 constitutional amendment designed to prevent partisan gerrymandering.

Florida dives into the redistricting arms race despite political and legal hurdles

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Florida lawmakers will hold a redistricting hearing on December 4, 2025.
Republicans currently control 20 of 28 congressional districts in Florida.
The effort aims to strengthen the Republican House majority ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
A 2010 constitutional amendment intended to block partisan gerrymandering poses legal challenges.
The state Supreme Court has weakened the protections of the 2010 amendment.

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Florida dives into the redistricting arms race despite political and legal hurdles

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Florida dives into the redistricting arms race despite political and legal hurdles

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