Republicans Nervous Ahead of Florida's Special Elections

As Florida prepares for special elections in two Republican-held districts, GOP leaders are expressing concern about state Senator Randy Fine's campaign for the 6th Congressional seat, previously held by Michael Waltz. Despite the district's strong Republican history, Fine faces a significant fundraising disadvantage against Democrat Josh Weil, who has raised nearly $9.7 million compared to Fine's $561,000. The disparity has prompted intervention from Republican leaders to bolster Fine's campaign, as they are worried about potential underperformance in a district Trump won by 30 points. In another key race in Pennsylvania, Democrats flipped a historically Republican district, raising alarms about Republican support heading into future elections. The outcomes of these contests could signal shifts in voter sentiment and implications for the GOP's control of the House. With the elections looming, both parties are watching closely to gauge the political landscape ahead of the 2024 elections.