Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Senator Marco Rubio have defeated their Democratic opponents Charlie Crist and Val Demings; both GOP candidates were up significantly in pre-election polls.
From NBC News:
DeSantis’ victory over former Rep. Charlie Crist — fueled by a massive cash advantage, political headwinds against Democrats like Crist and changing demographics in a reddening state — contrasted sharply with the governor’s election four years ago when he won by less than half a percentage point.
Sen. Marco Rubio also cruised to victory Tuesday night, NBC News projected, securing his third term amid a statewide Democratic collapse. He defeated Democratic Rep. Val Demings.
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The red wave under DeSantis appeared so big that, for the first time since Reconstruction, Florida is on pace to have no statewide elected Democrat, calling into further question its swing state status.
“A big win in Florida is a huge proof point for DeSantis, a strong point for showcasing governing strength and electoral strength,” said David Kochel, a veteran Republican campaign adviser who hails from first-in-the-nation-caucus Iowa. “The fact DeSantis won by a hair in 2018 and now he’s blowing away Democrats sends a message.”
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DESANTIS AND RUBIO BOTH WIN RE-ELECTION, SOLIDIFYING GOP HOLD ON FLORIDA POLITICS… https://t.co/SoY0OWvlLi #drudge
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