Miami-Dade County Leans Republican in Early Voting

Miami-Dade County, traditionally a Democratic stronghold, has flipped to Republican in early and mail-in voting for the 2024 election, marking a historic shift in the political landscape. As of Friday, Republicans led Democrats by a margin of 1.2 to 1.5 percentage points in early voting, a dramatic gain compared to the D+10 advantage in the 2020 election. GOP leaders, including Miami-Dade GOP Chair Alex Rizo and County Commissioner Kevin Marino Cabrera, express confidence that this trend will result in a sweeping victory for Republicans on Election Day. The shift is attributed to increased enthusiasm for Donald Trump among minority and working-class voters, alongside aggressive outreach efforts by the GOP. Analysts consider this change a significant indicator of broader electoral dynamics, as Republicans have steadily increased their voter registration advantage in Florida. As the election approaches, Democrats are reportedly scrambling to address these concerning early voting trends.