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Democrats’ Chances Rise as Florida Race Tightens, Decision Desk Shows

By Drooid · Sep 27, 2026, 11:22 PM UTC · How we work

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Governor Andy Beshear (D-KY) said U.S. Democrats aim to win GOP governor’s mansions in November.
Beshear said U.S. President Donald Trump’s agenda hurts, making Florida, Texas, Alaska and Nebraska competitive.
Decision Desk gives Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) a 67% chance over Rep. David Jolly (D) in Florida.
Decision Desk gives Democrats a 51% chance of flipping the House and Senate, securing Congress for Trump’s two years.

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Governor Andy Beshear (D-KY) said U.S. Democrats aim to win GOP governor’s mansions in November.
Beshear said U.S. President Donald Trump’s agenda hurts, making Florida, Texas, Alaska and Nebraska competitive.
Decision Desk gives Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) a 67% chance over Rep. David Jolly (D) in Florida.
Decision Desk gives Democrats a 51% chance of flipping the House and Senate, securing Congress for Trump’s two years.