Judge blocks DeSantis-drawn congressional map; governor's office files to appeal
Published Date: 5/13/2022
Source: 10 Tampa Bay
Following through on his announcement earlier this week, a judge has blocked Florida's new congressional map, which was approved by Gov. Ron DeSantis and drawn by his staff, by issuing a preliminary injunction. But, the ruling is on hold for now after the state filed a notice of appeal with the First District Court of Appeal. The appeal triggers an automatic stay pending review, according to the notice. Plaintiffs in the case say they have filed a motion to vacate the stay in response.