White House worried about GOP chances in key Florida races: report

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White House worried about GOP chances in key Florida races: report
By John Bowden - 10/26/18 09:34 AM EDT

The White House fears that Democrats could overcome Republicans in key Florida races, a scenario that could complicate President Trump's plans to campaign for reelection in the state.

Politico reports that two people familiar with Trump's plans say that the president will visit Florida at least twice before the upcoming midterm elections next month in the hopes of cementing support for both Florida Gov. Rick Scott (R) in his senatorial bid against Sen. Bill Nelson (D) and Rep. Ron DeSantis (R), who is running for governor.

Top Republican allies in the state say told the news outlet that Democratic strength in the state ahead of the midterms should have the White House "worried."

“A Gov. Gillum would be a significant obstacle for a Trump presidential campaign in Florida, and a Gov. DeSantis would be a significant asset,”“A Gov. Gillum would be a significant obstacle for a Trump presidential campaign in Florida, and a Gov. DeSantis would be a significant asset,” Mac Stipanovich, a GOP lobbyist, told Politico.

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https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/413292-white-house-worried-about-gop-chances-in-key-florida-races-report

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A governor Gillum would be a disaster for Florida.  He's a gun rights grabber. I find it troubling and surprising that DeSantis who is  ex-military and a very conservative Congressman is so behind in the polls.

As for Scott, I believed he sealed his fate when he softened on the 2A.  I think he thought it was going to help with votes and in fact did just the opposite.  I think we will see Nelson seated (again).