Wasserman Schultz weighs District 20 bid as Cherfilus-McCormick vows to fight for reelection

South Florida Democrats are bracing for a possible political shake-up as Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) weighs her options following Florida’s newly approved congressional map, including the possibility of a run for District 20, a heavily Democratic seat that could become the center of a fierce intra-party race. 

The uncertainty surrounding Wasserman Schultz’s political future comes as Democrats across South Florida prepare to respond to Florida’s redistricting changes.

Wasserman Schultz declined to commit to a certain district but she made clear that she is focused on combating Republicans nationally.“The fight against Donald Trump and his MAGA extremists is absolutely critical,” Wasserman Schultz said, to reporters after a West Broward democratic club meeting, citing economic concerns facing voters, including small businesses and healthcare. 

When asked whether she is considering District 20, Wasserman Schultz avoided giving a direct answer. “I’m not on anyone’s timetable,” she said. “I will have the conversations that I need