DeSantis-backed Florida map advances to 2026 elections amid gerrymandering allegations
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A judge appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis cleared Florida to use a new GOP-drawn congressional map for the 2026 midterms despite plaintiffs’ claims it violates the voter-approved ban on partisan gerrymandering; the judge found insufficient evidence of partisan intent, noting questions to the mapmaker were limited, and the plaintiffs plan to appeal the decision.
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