Summary
A new poll in Palm Beach County, Florida, shows Democrat Yvette Drucker leading Republican Mike Caruso by nearly 11 points in their race for county clerk and comptroller. This comes after Democrats won several special elections in Florida, suggesting potential competitiveness for the party in a traditionally Republican stronghold.
Key Facts
- Yvette Drucker is leading Mike Caruso by 11 points in a poll for the Palm Beach County clerk and comptroller role.
- The poll surveyed 639 registered voters from March 24 to 25.
- Palm Beach County has historically been a Democratic stronghold but has become more competitive recently.
- Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Caruso to the current position after Democrat Joseph Abruzzo resigned.
- Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election in Caruso's former district covering Mar-a-Lago.
- President Trump nearly won Palm Beach County in 2024.
- Republicans have increased their voter registration lead in Florida.
