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Democrats Target Florida District Ahead of Midterms

3/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Democrats seek to flip a Florida district that contains U.S. President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, with a special election set for March 24.
The district Trump won in 2024 leans Democratic overall.
Nikki Fried, chair of the Florida Democratic Party, backs Emily Gregory to send a symbolic message ahead of the midterms.
Trump endorsed Republican Jon Maples, who aims to focus on affordability rather than Trump’s influence.

History

Historical Context

Florida's political landscape has been shaped by pivotal elections, notably the 2000 presidential election, where George W. Bush won by just 537 votes. In 2024, the Democratic Party, led by figures like Nikki Fried, seeks to regain influence in key districts, including those surrounding Trump's Mar-a-Lago. This special election reflects ongoing partisan struggles and demographic shifts that could significantly impact future elections.

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Story summary

Democrats seek to flip a Florida district that contains U.S. President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, with a special election set for March 24.
The district Trump won in 2024 leans Democratic overall.
Nikki Fried, chair of the Florida Democratic Party, backs Emily Gregory to send a symbolic message ahead of the midterms.
Trump endorsed Republican Jon Maples, who aims to focus on affordability rather than Trump’s influence.

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