Wasserman Schultz wins Democratic primary for Florida's District 20
The district includes predominantly Black communities in central and western Broward County.
U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz has secured the Democratic primary victory for Florida's newly redrawn Congressional District 20, defeating four opponents in a fiercely contested South Florida race. The victory positions Wasserman Schultz to return to Congress from a district that has been represented by Black lawmakers for the past 34 years.
She will face off against the Republican nominee, Brent Andersen, and independent candidate Kedner Maxime in the upcoming general election. Wasserman Schultz emphasized affordability as a top priority during her campaign, highlighting issues such as gas, groceries, utilities, housing, and healthcare.
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