Florida redistricting puts pro-Israel Democrats at risk

Published April 29, 2026 7:00am ET



A newly proposed congressional map from Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) would eliminate several districts held by pro-Israel Democrats, prompting concern among Jewish leaders that the party could lose key voices shaping its stance on Israel and antisemitism.

The far-reaching redistricting plan would effectively dismantle two South Florida districts represented by some of Congress’s most prominent pro-Israel Jewish Democrats, Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) and Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL). It also targets seats in Tampa and Orlando held by Reps. Kathy Castor (D-FL) and Darren Soto (D-FL), who are both also as consistent supporters of Israel.

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