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What Happened: Special elections are being held in two Florida congressional districts that were previously considered safe for Republicans, with increased attention after President Donald J. Trump removed Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) from consideration for U.N. ambassador over concerns the House Republican majority could be in jeopardy.
Who’s Involved: Democratic candidate Josh Weil, Republican state Sen. Randy Fine, Republican Jimmy Patronis, Democrat Gay Valimont, former Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL), former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL), President Trump, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.