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Though both races were in solidly red districts, the Democratic candidates far outraised the GOP, with the party pouring in millions of dollars in hopes of using frustrations with the early Trump adm...
From Fox News
Trump-endorsed Fine won in a special election against Democrat Josh Weil, a progressive and a teacher, despite nervousness from national party operatives and closer-than-expected polling.
From Politico
Fine's victory on Tuesday is also a positive sign for Republicans, who were concerned about his chances in the district—a long-running GOP stronghold—after Weil out-raised him by millions of dollars.
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President Trump, conservatives celebrate ‘absolutely massive’ Florida special elections sweep
President Donald Trump and other leading conservatives are celebrating a special election sweep in Florida, calling it a “huge win for America" and a rebuke to Democrat hopes for an upset in the deep red state.
Republicans win Florida special elections in Trump strongholds by narrower margins than in 2024
Republicans Jimmy Patronis and Randy Fine won special elections in two Florida congressional districts, bolstered by Trump’s endorsement to fill vacant seats in reliably GOP strongholds.
Republicans win special elections for two deep-red House seats in Florida
NBC News projects victory for the GOP in the seats formerly held by Michael Waltz, who resigned to join the Trump administration, and Matt Gaetz.
Trump-backed Randy Fine elected to Congress in tense Florida special election
National Republicans had been nervous about the race against progressive candidate Josh Weil given close polling and massive Democratic fundraising.
Liberal Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Race in Rebuke of Trump, Musk
Republicans are victorious in two congressional elections in Florida to bolster their narrow majority in the House.
Republican Jimmy Patronis wins special election for Gaetz’s Florida seat
Florida chief financial officer Jimmy Patronis was projected to win the special election to replace former Rep. Matt Gatez (R-Fla.) in the 1st Congressional District, defeating Democrat Gay
Florida 6th Congressional District Special Election Result: Randy Fine Wins
Republican Randy Fine is projected to win the race for Florida's 6th Congressional District, according to the AP.
Democrats see special elections as encouraging
Randy Fine won Florida’s 6th Congressional Seat in a special election, defeating his Democratic opponent by 14 points. Democrats saw the narrower-than-expected margin as a sign of potential gains, while Fine dismissed concerns of underperformance.
Wisconsin and Florida special elections provide early warning signs to Trump, Republicans
A trio of elections on Tuesday provided early warning signs to Republicans and President Donald Trump at the beginning of an ambitious term, as Democrats rallied against his efforts to slash the federal government and the outsize role being played by billionaire Elon Musk.
Florida House passes bill tightening rules for ballot petition drives on amendments
Those gathering petitions to place a measure on the ballot would face a series of new requirements under a bill passed by the House on Thursday.
Wisconsin, Florida elections get spin treatment with fingers pointed at Trump and Musk
A liberal judge won big in Wisconsin's April 1 Supreme Court election while the GOP held two Florida House seats. Both parties are spinning the results ahead of the 2026 midterm cycle.
Wisconsin and Florida elections provide early warning signs to Trump and Republicans
A trio of elections Tuesday provided early warning signs to Republicans and President Donald Trump at the beginning of an ambitious term, as Democrats rallied against his efforts to slash the federal government and the outsized role being played by billionaire Elon Musk.
Elections in Florida and Wisconsin confirm changed political environment
Election results in Wisconsin and Florida suggest the political landscape has shifted since Trump and Republicans won big last fall.
Republicans win in both House special elections in Florida
Republican candidates are projected to win both special elections for U.S. House seats in Florida, though by smaller margins than expected in two GOP-dominated districts. State Sen. Randy Fine is projected by The Associated Press to win in Florida’s 6th Congressional District while the AP projects Jimmy Patronis will win in the 1st District.
3 takeaways from the Wisconsin and Florida elections
Democrats won a Wisconsin Supreme Court race and lost two Florida special elections Tuesday, but the trends are clearly pointing in their direction.
What to Watch in Today’s Big Elections in Wisconsin and Florida
Voters in a crucial court race and two House special elections will provide hints of how the country views President Trump and Elon Musk, months after they took power.
Key things to watch in Florida’s special elections
Two vacant U.S. House seats are up for grabs in Florida special elections. The most closely watched is in the 6th District, between Republican state Sen. RANDY FINE (R-Melbourne Beach) and progressive JOSH WEIL,
Seven takeaways from the elections in Wisconsin and Florida
Republicans expanded their narrow House majority Tuesday with closer-than-expected wins in special elections in two ruby-red Florida congressional districts.
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