Florida’s Primaries Shake Up Politics | Durham News

Florida’s primaries are heating up as Republicans and Democrats battle for control in a state leaning heavily GOP — but with high stakes, historic runs, and unexpected twists. Byron Donalds, backed by Trump, eyes governorship as the first Black Republican to lead Florida, focusing on tax cuts and healthcare transparency rather than his historic potential. Meanwhile, former GOP Rep. David Jolly is running as a Democrat, hoping to prove a Republican-turned-Democrat can win in Florida — a rare feat. In the Senate race, Angie Nixon and Alex Vindman clash for the Democratic nod. Down ballot, Debbie Wasserman Schultz faces a tough re-election bid in a newly drawn majority-Black district, challenged by Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick — who’s also fighting federal charges while seeking redemption. With more registered Republicans than Democrats, turnout could decide whether Democrats flip the state or if Republicans cement their dominance — and it’s all setting the stage for a pivotal November. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/129bd6c1dfb6807a