Suzy Lopez Wins Second Term as Hillsborough State Attorney

In Arizona's Legislative District 16, Democratic Rep. Keith Seaman trails behind both Republican candidates Chris Lopez and incumbent Rep. Teresa Martinez after early voting results. Seaman, who won his seat in 2022 by a narrow margin, is facing a strong Republican push in a district that leans slightly GOP. Meanwhile, in Hillsborough County, Florida, Suzy Lopez has successfully secured re-election as State Attorney, defeating challenger Andrew Warren with 53% of the vote. Lopez, who was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis in 2022 after Warren's suspension for alleged misconduct, campaigned on a platform of stricter law enforcement policies, resulting in a significant drop in crime rates. Warren conceded defeat, asserting that his ouster was politically motivated and undermined the will of the voters. This election marks Lopez's first full term, as she aims to enhance public safety and accountability in her office.