Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins Florida House primary over indicted Dem Sheila Cherfilis-McCormick

Debbie Wasserman Schultz Wins Democratic Primary in Redrawn Florida District

The congresswoman won her party’s nomination in Florida’s 20th District over several Black candidates who sharply criticized her decision to run there.

Aug 18, 2026

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins Florida House primary over indicted Dem Sheila Cherfilis-McCormick

WASHINGTON — Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.) was nominated for another House term Tuesday, despite being forced to compete in a majority-minority district. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz touted her experience to voters while switching districts in a bid to stay in the House. Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.) opted to run in Florida’s 20th Congressional District, which is...

Aug 18, 2026