Michael Beato News Today

Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd has asked a federal court to toss out a lawsuit challenging a state Senate redistricting plan passed in 2022, disputing allegations that the design of two districts in the Tampa Bay area diluted the power of Black voters.

Driskell’s testimony echoed what other witnesses said: Lawmakers knew the governor’s redrawn map would reduce Black voting power, infringing upon state law.

“This was done by the Legislature with eyes wide open. I want the people of Florida to know that they deserve better.” -- House Minority Leader Fentrice Driskell