AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 minutes agoClose Races: The Associated Press called Ryan Elijah’s narrow win in Florida’s 7th Congressional District and Democrat Darren Soto’s reelection in District 9, a week after Election Day. A machine recount also confirmed Republican Maria Elvira Salazar’s victory in District 27 by 1,086 votes. Election Trends: Florida turnout reached its second-highest level in 30 years. Republicans retained statewide power, but Democrats made gains in close races and broke the Florida House GOP’s supermajority. Foreign Funding Probe: Attorney General James Uthmeier subpoenaed the Democratic Socialists of America as Florida investigates alleged contributions tied to Cuba and China. Tax and Local Budgets: Voters approved Amendment 3, expanding the homestead property tax exemption beginning in 2027. Local officials warn the cuts could strain city services, fire departments and school safety budgets. Governor’s Transition: Governor-elect Byron Donalds named new transition team members as he prepares to take office.
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