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Miami Settles Racial Gerrymandering Lawsuit in South Florida, Agrees to New Voting Map

May 23, 2024, 10:50 PM

The City of Miami has settled a contentious racial gerrymandering lawsuit brought by voting rights groups, including Engage Miami and the ACLU of Florida. Following a judge's finding, Miami has agreed to a new voting map, which will be drawn by the voting rights groups. This settlement also opens the potential for the establishment of a citizens redistricting committee. The lawsuit aimed at addressing issues of racial gerrymandering in South Florida's congressional districts, ensuring fairer representation for its residents.