Summary
Emily Gregory, a Democrat, won a special election to represent Florida's 87th House District, which includes Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump's resort. Her win flipped a district that was previously held by Republicans and gained national attention.
Key Facts
- Emily Gregory is a Democrat and small business owner.
- Gregory won a special election in Florida’s 87th House District.
- This district includes President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort.
- The district was previously Republican-held.
- Gregory received just over 51% of the vote.
- Her opponent, Jon Maples, was endorsed by President Trump.
- The district's previous representative was Mike Caruso, a Republican.
- Gregory's campaign focused on rising living costs.
