Florida Democrats Sell Different Picture After Special Election Defeats

Florida Democrats Sell Different Picture After Special Election Defeats

Michael Costeines
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June 12, 2025
The Florida Democratic Party painted a vastly different picture on Wednesday, following a trio of special election defeats across the state yesterday. "Last night, Democrats exceeded expectations in Republican-held districts, over-performing in Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, & Brevard," it said. Our movement is strong and our momentum is undeniable. In these special elections, voters sent a […]
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Florida Republicans Earn Clean Sweep in Special Elections

Florida Republicans Earn Clean Sweep in Special Elections

Michael Costeines
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June 11, 2025
The Republican Party of Florida celebrated after all three of its candidates took home special election victories on Tuesday night. “These wins are a testament to strong candidates, hard work on the ground, and the clear momentum behind our conservative message,” Florida GOP Chairman Evan Power said. “Nathan Boyles, Brian Hodgers, and Debbie Mayfield ran smart, […]
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Mayfield Seeks Return to Florida Senate in SD 19 Special Election

Mayfield Seeks Return to Florida Senate in SD 19 Special Election

Michael Costeines
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June 10, 2025
Republican Debbie Mayfield is looking to return to a familiar place. The GOP's choice in Senate District 19 is facing off against Democrat Vance Ahrens in the Senate District 19 special election tonight. Mayfield represented Senate District 17 from 2016 to 2024. She also served four terms in the House of Representatives across parts of […]
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Debbie Mayfield Earns Endorsement from Sen. Rick Scott for SD 19

Debbie Mayfield Earns Endorsement from Sen. Rick Scott for SD 19

Michael Costeines
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March 14, 2025
Rep. Debbie Mayfield (R-Melbourne) received an endorsement from U.S. Sen. Rick Scott for the State Senate District 19 seat on Wednesday. "I’m proud to join President Trump in supporting my friend @debbie_mayfield for State Senate! Debbie is a principled leader who is committed to preserving the American Dream in Florida," Scott said.  Debbie Mayfield currently […]
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Mayfield Files Suit Against Secretary of State in Florida Supreme Court Over Disqualification

Mayfield Files Suit Against Secretary of State in Florida Supreme Court Over Disqualification

Liv Caputo
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February 6, 2025
Florida Rep. Debbie Mayfield, one day after accusing Gov. Ron DeSantis of politically targeting her, has filed suit against the chief elections officer in the state Supreme Court after she was disqualified from running for her old Senate seat. In the 23-page emergency petition filed Thursday morning, Mayfield asks the Florida Supreme Court to recognize […]
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'Just Like Joe Biden': Debbie Mayfield Claims DeSantis Disqualified Her From Senate Race

'Just Like Joe Biden': Debbie Mayfield Claims DeSantis Disqualified Her From Senate Race

Liv Caputo
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February 5, 2025
Rep. Debbie Mayfield, a longtime Florida lawmaker, claimed that Gov. Ron DeSantis disqualified her from running for her old Senate seat as retaliation for her support of President Donald Trump. Mayfield, who served Senate District 19 in Brevard for eight years before being termed out, accused DeSantis of using his position to "punish her" for […]
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DeSantis Calls Special Elections for Florida Sen. Fine's, Rep. Rudman's Districts

DeSantis Calls Special Elections for Florida Sen. Fine's, Rep. Rudman's Districts

Liv Caputo
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January 22, 2025
Days after a civil rights group sued him, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday set special election dates for two legislative districts that are, or soon will be, vacant. The executive orders scheduling elections for House District 3, represented by Rep. Joel Rudman, and Senate District 19, represented by Sen. Randy Fine, came twelve days after […]
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