Key facts
- Debbie Wasserman Schultz won the Democratic primary for Florida's 20th Congressional District.
- She defeated four opponents, including former U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick.
- Wasserman Schultz ran in the district after her previous seat was eliminated by Republican-led redistricting.
- The district includes predominantly Black communities in central and western Broward County.
- Affordability of essential goods and services was highlighted as a key campaign priority.
U.S. Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz has won the Democratic primary for Florida's newly redrawn Congressional District 20, defeating four opponents. Wasserman Schultz entered the race after her previous congressional district was eliminated by new maps pushed by Governor Ron DeSantis. The district has been represented by Black lawmakers for the past 34 years. She will face the Republican nominee and an independent candidate in the November general election. Her opponents in the primary included former U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, former Broward County Mayor Dale Holness, teacher Elijah Manley, and community activist Luther Campbell. Wasserman Schultz emphasized her experience and argued for her ability to represent the district effectively, with affordability as a top priority. Discussions among some opponents to consolidate support to avoid splitting the Black vote did not result in an agreement.