Two congressional elections in Florida reveal unexpected competitiveness, particularly in the deep-red Sixth District, previously held by Michael Waltz. Democrats aim to leverage this to signal momentum, while Republicans are shaken by the challenge. President Trump’s strategy has adapted, withdrawing Elise Stefanik’s UN ambassador appointment to prevent complications from a special election. With private polls showing real contention between Republican State Senator Randy Fine and Democratic candidate Josh Weil, the dynamic of Republican control in Congress is at stake amidst tight margins due to vacancies.
The race's surprising competitiveness has already affected Mr. Trump's cabinet, with his decision to withdraw Elise Stefanik's appointment as UN ambassador partly due to this unexpected challenge.
Democrats are now pressing to turn this deep-red district around Daytona Beach into a symbol of momentum by cutting deeply into the district's typical G.O.P. margin.
The Sixth Congressional District was not remotely competitive last fall when Mr. Waltz coasted to victory by 33 percentage points, highlighting the race's transformation into a battleground.
Private polls indicate that Randy Fine, Mr. Trump's pick for the Sixth District race, is facing a real contest against Democratic nominee Josh Weil, a public-school teacher.
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