Florida

The Florida legislature has approved a new congressional map aimed at maximizing Republican advantage in the state ahead of the November midterms. This move is part of the national redistricting battle launched by former US President Donald Trump. The approval comes after Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled his proposal, and the US Supreme Court rolled back a key provision of the Voting Rights Act. If signed into law, Republicans are expected to gain seats, potentially tipping the balance in favor of their party. This development is significant as historically, the party of the sitting president tends to lose House seats during midterms. The new map will be debated during a special session of Florida's legislature, with the outcome potentially impacting the national political landscape.