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Debbie
Wasserman Schultz

Democratic U.S. Representative from Florida's 25th District, running for Florida's 20th District seat in 2026

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Background

Debbie Wasserman Schultz is a Democratic U.S. Representative currently serving Florida's 25th Congressional District in the 119th Congress (2025–2027), where she holds the position of Ranking Member on the House Appropriations Committee. 1210 She was born in Forest Hills, Queens, New York, attended Half Hollow Hills High School East in Dix Hills, New York, and earned both a B.A. (1988) and M.A. (1990) in political science from the University of Florida. 2 She currently resides with her family in Weston, Florida. 1

Before her congressional service, Wasserman Schultz worked on the staff of U.S. Representative Peter Deutsch from 1989 to 1992, then served in the Florida House of Representatives (1992–2000) and the Florida Senate (2000–2004). She has been a member of the U.S. House of Representatives since 2005. 2 She also previously served as chair of the Democratic National Committee.

In 2026, Wasserman Schultz is running as the Democratic candidate in Florida's 20th Congressional District general election, scheduled for November 3, 2026, having qualified as a candidate with Florida's Division of Elections. 318 The FEC classifies her District 20 candidacy as "Incumbent." 3

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 20, Florida
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Florida's 25th Congressional District (119th Congress)
Website
debbiewassermanschultz.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Voting record

How Debbie Wasserman Schultz voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 3, 2023 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
1,909
missed
1.4%
with their party’s majority
97%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobs
    Retire through Ownership Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energy
    Water Resources Development Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energy
    Ratepayer Protection Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safety
    National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budget
    Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,909 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 5
    news
    Wasserman Schultz introduces bipartisan agriculture relief bill to support Florida farms and citrus

    Wasserman Schultz announced a bipartisan agriculture relief bill that would give USDA tools to provide block-grant assistance after disasters, including support for Florida agriculture and citrus producers.

    Wasserman Schultz Introduces Bipartisan Agriculture Relief Bill to Provide Florida Farm, Citrus Support · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 1
    news
    Wasserman Schultz slams Trump administration's mega-base proposal, pledges bipartisan cooperation on existing bases

    In a congressional statement, Wasserman Schultz criticized a proposed new military mega-base and said she would work with Republicans on existing base needs.

    Wasserman Schultz Slams Mega-Base Proposal by Trump Administration · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sep 28
    endorsement
    Dolphin Democrats and Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus endorse Wasserman Schultz for FL-20

    Dolphin Democrats and the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus listed Wasserman Schultz as their District 20 endorsement for the general election.

    2026 General Election Endorsements & Recommendations · Sep 28, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 28
    news
    Wasserman Schultz criticizes Trump administration's Venezuela policy, urges Temporary Protected Status

    Wasserman Schultz criticized the Trump administration's approach to Venezuela, arguing for continued Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans and warning that returns could expose them to persecution. She stated that 'Delcy Rodriguez is basically the continuation of the Maduro Regime.'

    Debbie Wasserman Schultz Calls Out Trump For Leaving Maduro Regime in Charge of Venezuela · Sep 28, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 25
    endorsement
    Miami Herald endorses Wasserman Schultz for Florida's 20th District

    The Miami Herald endorsed Wasserman Schultz for District 20 in the general election, having previously endorsed her and Andersen in their respective primaries.

    Herald endorsement: U.S. House District 20 · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 18
    endorsement
    Jewish Journal endorses Wasserman Schultz for FL-20 general election

    The Jewish Journal endorsed Wasserman Schultz for the general election, citing her record and her stated top issues: affordability, countering Trump's agenda, and strengthening democracy.

    Two for Congress: Wasserman Schultz, Dandiya | Endorsement · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Aug 18
    news
    Wasserman Schultz wins Democratic primary in FL-20 with 45.3% of the vote

    Wasserman Schultz won the Democratic primary with 45.3%, defeating former Broward County Mayor Dale Holness and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, among others.

    Florida House Races: 24-4 Map Battlegrounds Four Weeks Out · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. May 27
    poll
    Campaign poll shows Wasserman Schultz with 52% support in Democratic primary

    A poll commissioned by Wasserman Schultz's campaign showed her with 52% of the Democratic primary vote and high favorability among Black voters. The poll's full methodology was not publicly disclosed.

    Politics: Guides & News | Orlando Relocation Report · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Apr 21
    news
    Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns from District 20, prompting Wasserman Schultz to enter race

    Former District 20 representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned, leaving the seat vacant. Wasserman Schultz entered the race after redistricting changed her previous district.

    Florida House Races: 24-4 Map Battlegrounds Four Weeks Out · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • DMFI PAC organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Broward County Commissioner Steve Geller official
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund organization
    Listed on the Action Fund's 2026 endorsed-candidates page for FL-20; no specific date given. plannedparenthoodaction.org
  • Broward Teachers Union union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Coral Springs Mayor Scott Brook official
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Broward County Sheriff Gregory Tony official
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Sunrise Mayor Mike Ryan official
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Equality PAC organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Moms Demand Action (Gun Sense Candidate designation) organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Wilton Manors Mayor Scott Newton official
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • SAVE Action PAC organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Florida state Sen. Tina Polsky official
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Coconut Creek Mayor Jeff Wasserman official
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Bless Broward organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis official
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Giffords organization
    Giffords candidate page endorses Wasserman Schultz for FL-20 in 2026; no specific endorsement date given. giffords.org
  • Local 355 South Florida union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Pembroke Pines Mayor Angelo Castillo official
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • Broward County AFL-CIO union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no date given. debbiewassermanschultz.com
  • League of Conservation Voters Action Fund organization
    Identified Wasserman Schultz as an endorsed candidate in an announcement congratulating her on her primary win. lcv.org · Aug 19, 2026
  • Rep. Emanuel Cleaver official
    Campaigned with Wasserman Schultz in the district, as reported by Politico on August 18, 2026. politico.com · Aug 18, 2026
  • Former House Democratic Leader Steny Hoyer official
    Said he wanted Wasserman Schultz reelected, as reported by Politico on August 18, 2026. politico.com · Aug 18, 2026
  • Miami Herald newspaper
    Endorsed her in the Democratic primary on July 29, 2026, and endorsed her for the November 3 general election on September 25, 2026. miamiherald.com · Jul 29, 2026
  • Sun Sentinel Editorial Board newspaper
    Recommended Wasserman Schultz in the District 20 Democratic primary on July 9, 2026, and endorsed her for the general election on September 18, 2026. sun-sentinel.com · Jul 9, 2026
  • Florida AFL-CIO union
    Named Wasserman Schultz for Congressional District 20 in the federation's first slate of 2026 endorsements. flaflcio.org · Jun 16, 2026

Past elections

General election results for federal office, from the Federal Election Commission.

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2022U.S. House FL-26 · RWon143,24070.9%
2020U.S. House FL-23 · DWon221,23958.2%
2018U.S. House FL-23 · DWon161,61158.5%
2016U.S. House FL-23 · DWon183,22556.7%

Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$3.30M
Spent
$2.50M
Cash on hand
$1.86M

As of Jul 29, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H4FL20023(opens in a new tab)

Sources 23

  1. [1] 2026 Florida Election Endorsements - Sun Sentinel(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] 2026 Planned Parenthood Action Fund Endorsed Candidates(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Florida House Races: 24-4 Map Battlegrounds Four Weeks Out(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  4. [4] Wasserman Schultz Introduces Bipartisan Agriculture Relief Bill to Provide Florida Farm, Citrus Support(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  5. [5] Wasserman Schultz Slams Mega-Base Proposal by Trump Administration(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  6. [6] 2026 General Election Endorsements & Recommendations(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
  7. [7] Debbie Wasserman Schultz Calls Out Trump For Leaving Maduro Regime in Charge of Venezuela(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
  8. [8] Herald endorsement: U.S. House District 20(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  9. [9] Two for Congress: Wasserman Schultz, Dandiya | Endorsement(opens in a new tab) Sep 18, 2026
  10. [10] Politics: Guides & News | Orlando Relocation Report(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  11. [11] LCV Action Fund Congratulates Endorsed Candidates on Florida ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 19, 2026
  12. [12] Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins primary — this time in Florida ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 18, 2026
  13. [13] Questionnaire: Debbie Wasserman Schultz, candidate for U.S. House District 20(opens in a new tab) Jul 9, 2026
  14. [14] Endorsements - Debbie Wasserman Schultz for Congress(opens in a new tab) Jul 6, 2026
  15. [15] Legislative Record - Debbie Wasserman Schultz for Congress(opens in a new tab) Jul 6, 2026
  16. [16] Wasserman Schultz Announces New Bill to Save TPS After SCOTUS Decision(opens in a new tab) Jun 26, 2026
  17. [17] Debbie Wasserman Schultz | Democrat for Congress(opens in a new tab) Jun 25, 2026
  18. [18] Florida AFL-CIO Releases First Slate of Candidate ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 16, 2026
  19. [19] Debbie Wasserman Schultz - Giffords.org(opens in a new tab) May 22, 2026
  20. [20] Wasserman Schultz Delivers $1 Million Federal Investment for Fort ...(opens in a new tab) Mar 31, 2026
  21. [21] Wasserman Schultz Statement on Iran War Powers Resolution(opens in a new tab) Mar 5, 2026
  22. [22] Wasserman Schultz, Blumenthal Reintroduce Jaime's Law to ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 13, 2026
  23. [23] Wasserman Schultz Unveils Affordability Agenda to Address the ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 11, 2026
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