US EditionEmily Gregory is Donald Trump’s new state representative and a new hope for Democrats in Florida
Gregory, a first-time candidate, won against a Trump-endorsed Republican and will focus on insurance, health care, and opposing Republican redistricting, representing 180,000 constituents.
- On Wednesday, first-time candidate Emily Gregory secured a surprise victory in Florida's special election for District 87, which includes President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach. Gregory will finish the term of Mike Caruso.
- In a district Trump carried by 11 points in 2024, Gregory defeated Republican Jon Maples, whom the former president had endorsed. This upset reflects shifting Democratic momentum in traditionally GOP strongholds after 2025 special elections narrowed Republican margins.
- Gregory, a 40-year-old fitness company owner, pledged to serve all 180,000 constituents in her district without elevating anyone over the rest. She described herself as a 'proud Florida Democrat' focused on insurance rate hikes, health care access, and public education.
- Gregory expects to be sworn in before April 20, when the legislature convenes to redraw congressional maps. She plans to oppose the Republican-led initiative, describing it as a 'complete power grab' intended to boost the party's House majority.
- Florida Democratic Chairwoman Nikki Fried told reporters the result signals broader Democratic gains: 'If we can win in Donald Trump's backyard, we can win anywhere.' The victory provides momentum heading into November's contests.
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New Democrat representing Trump’s district says he’s just ‘one of 180K constituents’ she will serve
Emily Gregory upset the Trump-endorsed candidate in HD 87 during a special election. (Via Emily Gregory campaign)What does representing President Donald Trump in the Florida Legislature mean to the first-time Democratic candidate who upset the president’s choice in his Mar-a-Lago state House district? “It means he’s one of 180,000 constituents,” Emily Gregory told the Florida Phoenix, brushing off any special treatment for Trump hours after flip…
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Emily Gregory is Donald Trump's new state representative and a new hope for Democrats in Florida
Florida state Rep.-elect Emily Gregory is the latest face of Democrats' optimism after she won a special legislative election in President Donald Trump's home state House district.
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