Will Weatherford: The Florida legislature has NOT targeted Allen West

The other day we quoted Shark-Tank as suggesting that the Republican legislature was trying to redistrict out of existence Allen West in Florida. The man targeted in that quote was Will Weatherford, who has since released this statement saying that this is patently false, that in fact he has supported Allen West and will continue to do so:

As the House Chairman of Redistricting, I have the responsibility to ensure there is a fair, open, and legally compliant process. The newly approved constitutional amendments, passed by more than 60% of Florida voters, require the legislature to follow a set of standards. This is the first time the legislature has been required to follow these legal standards

These new standards have resulted in disrupting the current districts for incumbents. The Tampa Bay Times stated that the House, Senate, and Congressional maps represent “a record-breaking shakeup in incumbency.” It has been reported that at least 38 members of the Florida legislature do not currently live in their district.

There are rumors that the Florida Legislature has targeted Congressman Allen West. This is patently false. I personally have supported and endorsed Allen West. I will continue to support this extraordinary member of Congress who has brought a much needed conservative voice to Washington, D.C.

However, my personal support cannot and will not trump the Constitution.

Sounds about right.

Also, read: No, there isn’t a Romney Conspiracy against Allen West


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