The recent special elections in Florida have once again highlighted the challenges Democrats face in the Sunshine State. Despite significant spending and efforts to flip historically Republican districts, the results reaffirmed the GOP’s stronghold in Florida—though with some margin shifts.
The two House seats up for grabs were vacated by former Representatives Michael Waltz, who joined President Trump’s administration as national security adviser, and Matt Gaetz, who resigned In November. Republican Randy Fine won Florida’s Sixth District by a 14-point margin compared to Trump’s commanding 30-point victory in 2024. In Florida’s First District, Jimmy Patronis fended off Democrat Gay Valimont by a 14-point margin as well.
These results underscore the continued Republican advantage in Florida, a state that has been trending red for the past few…
