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Florida Politics Heat Up as GOP Faces Turmoil

2/4/2026

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The Democratic Party sees an opportunity in Florida as Trump support wanes and GOP infighting grows.
Ryan Ray, chair of the Leon County Democratic Party, says the second district seat is crucial.
Florida is "up for grabs" as Reps Vern Buchanan and Neal Dunn retire, with Byron Donalds running for governor.
GOP consultant Anthony Pedicini warned that Florida politics can be unpredictable, suggesting that many developments are still possible.

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The Democratic Party sees an opportunity in Florida as Trump support wanes and GOP infighting grows.
Ryan Ray, chair of the Leon County Democratic Party, says the second district seat is crucial.
Florida is "up for grabs" as Reps Vern Buchanan and Neal Dunn retire, with Byron Donalds running for governor.
GOP consultant Anthony Pedicini warned that Florida politics can be unpredictable, suggesting that many developments are still possible.