Following the departure of former Representatives Matt Gaetz and Michael Waltz, two candidates endorsed by President Trump won Republican primary elections in Florida, setting the stage for a general election on April 1. Randy Fine, a state senator, will compete against Democrat Josh Weil, while Jimmy Patronis will face Gay Valimont. Their success in the primaries, coupled with strong fundraising and Trump's backing, could help bolster the slim Republican majority in the House, currently at 218-215 over Democrats, especially as congressional dynamics remain fluid.
President Trump's endorsements have notably influenced the Republican primaries in Florida, positioning his preferred candidates to potentially expand the party's House majority.
Randy Fine and Jimmy Patronis, supported by Trump, won their special primary elections, facing Democrats in districts favorable to Republicans on April 1.
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