Florida Redistricting Special Session
Key Questions
What is the challenge to DeSantis' Florida map?
Democrats and voting rights groups are suing over DeSantis' map, calling it a 'Dummymander' that dilutes Democratic seats following SCOTUS narrowing of VRA Section 2 in LA/TX cases.
What is happening in the Florida special session?
A redistricting special session is underway in Tallahassee amid legal challenges and momentum before 2026. It follows SCOTUS decisions gutting parts of the Voting Rights Act.
How does this relate to national voting rights trends?
The Florida map challenge is part of a 'voting rights siege' including SCOTUS rulings, with DeSantis' map approved despite opposition from House Democrats.
DeSantis map challenged as 'Dummymander' dilution targeting Dem seats post-SCOTUS VRA §2 narrowing (LA/TX); Dems/rights groups sue; Tallahassee session amid momentum pre-2026.
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Updated Apr 30, 2026