Special Election

Gaetz’s House Seat: No Guarantee of Return After Resignation

Following President-elect Trump’s nomination, Matt Gaetz resigned from Congress, leaving his House seat vacant. His resignation was effective immediately, and he explicitly stated he wouldn’t assume the seat again. While a special election is required by the Constitution to fill the vacancy, Gaetz is not guaranteed to win this election. Although he could run, Florida’s governor is responsible for scheduling the election, and there’s no guarantee of his re-election.

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Democrats flip Santos’s New York House seat in high-stakes special election

Democrats Flip Santos’s New York House Seat in High-Stakes Special Election

In an impressive turn of events, Democrats have successfully flipped George Santos’s New York House seat in a high-stakes special election. The shift in voter support is evident, with the current lead indicating a significant 18% margin victory for the Democrats. This result is consistent with the trend demonstrated by other special elections since the pivotal Dobbs decision.

The implications of this outcome are significant, particularly for House Republicans who now face a further decrease in their already slim majority. It is clear that the dissatisfaction with the Republican party and their divisive policies has resonated with voters.… Continue reading

Democrat Keen wins state House 35 special election over GOP’s Booth

The recent victory of Democrat Tom Keen in the state House 35 special election over Republican Booth carries greater significance than the seat in question; it points to an undercurrent simmering beneath the surface of political punditry. The win by Keen was not just a success for him as an individual, but it serves as a beacon of hope and a prelude to future political triumphs for a party desperate to recover from a tumultuous political season.

Prior to the special election, vast amounts of money were spent on aggressive negative campaigns against Keen. A barrage of attack ads filled with fear-inducing messages bombarded the airwaves and mailboxes.… Continue reading