Sunday, April 5, 2026
Democrats Emily Gregory and Brian Nathan scored upset victories in Republican-leaning districts, focusing on affordability issues like insurance and healthcare costs.
Democrat Emily Gregory defeated Republican Jon Maples 51.2% to 48.8% in Florida House District 87, which includes Trump's Mar-a-Lago home in Palm Beach.
Emily Gregory's upset victory in Florida House District 87 marks latest Democratic gain in traditionally Republican stronghold covering Trump's Palm Beach estate.
Emily Gregory and Brian Nathan won Republican-held seats in Hillsborough and Palm Beach counties, with analysts citing voter reaction to economic pressures.
Emily Gregory defeats Republican Jon Maples in House District 87, which includes Trump's Mar-a-Lago home, while Brian Nathan flips Tampa-area Senate seat.
Florida Democrats won unexpected victories in Palm Beach and Hillsborough counties, flipping Republican-held legislative seats in districts previously considered safe for the GOP.
Emily Gregory won Florida House District 87 special election, defeating Trump-endorsed Republican John Maples by just over 2 percentage points in district including Mar-a-Lago.
Emily Gregory defeats Trump-endorsed Republican Jon Maples in Palm Beach special election, marking 29th Democratic flip since Trump took office.
Emily Gregory defeats Republican Jon Maples in special election for Florida House District 87, which includes President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach County.
Emily Gregory won 51.15% of the vote to defeat Republican Jon Maples in House District 87, marking the first Democratic victory there this century.
Democrat Emily Gregory challenges Republican Jon Maples for Florida House District 87 seat that includes Mar-a-Lago in Tuesday's special election.