U.S. Rep. Jared Moskowitz is officially jumping into a brand-new political arena, announcing Thursday that he will seek reelection in Florida’s newly drawn 25th Congressional District. The coastal seat now stretches from Delray Beach down to Miami Beach, the product of a mid-decade map change that shook up South Florida’s political lines. Moskowitz, a Parkland resident who currently represents parts of northern Broward and Boca Raton, is betting that local roots and name recognition can help him navigate the new numbers and a growing crowd of Republican challengers.
Moskowitz makes his intentions official
As reported by WPLG Local 10, Moskowitz used his Thursday announcement to confirm that he will run in Florida’s newly drawn 25th Congressional District. Local 10’s coverage showed his campaign pivot in real time, as candidates across South Florida scrambled to adjust after the Legislature approved new lines late last month.
Map was fast‑tracked — and sued
The Legislature signed off on a GOP-drawn congressional map at the end of April, and Gov. Ron DeSantis put his signature on it on May 4. Within hours, plaintiffs filed lawsuits challenging the new boundaries, arguing that the redrawn districts weaken minority and Democratic representation. The legal blitz was documented by AP and local outlets, which noted that the court fights began almost as soon as the ink was dry.
How the new FL‑25 looks on paper
On the map, the revamped 25th Congressional District is a slim coastal strip that runs roughly from Boca Raton to Miami Beach. Political handicappers say the seat will be competitive. The Cook Political Report currently labels the district a toss-up and lists Moskowitz as the incumbent in the retooled seat.
Who’s already in (or moving) to the race
Several candidates who had been preparing campaigns in the old 23rd District have now redirected their focus to the new coastal FL‑25. Republicans Joe Kaufman, former state Rep. George Moraitis and Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer are among those planting their flags, while Democrats who had been eyeing primary runs are taking a hard look at the changed map. WLRN reports that the field is already in flux as campaigns race to connect with new voters and recalibrated precinct lines.
What’s next
For now, the new map remains in effect while the lawsuits play out. That means Moskowitz will be working much of the same turf he has represented, while also reaching out to new voters across Palm Beach, Broward and Miami‑Dade counties. The calendar from the Cook Political Report notes that the Aug. 18, 2026 primary is not far off, leaving little time for campaigns to waste. Court rulings on the map could still force a strategic reset. Recent coverage by CBS Miami says both the legal battles and the electoral fight are poised to shape South Florida’s contests through the summer.
