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Florida State Representative Hillary Cassel Switches from Democrat to Republican

Hillary Cassel becomes the second Florida legislator this month to switch from Democrat to Republican, citing concerns over the party's stance on Israel and community needs.

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Updated: Dec 27th, 2024, 7:29 PM ET

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Hillary Cassel, a Democratic state representative in Florida, has announced her switch to the Republican Party, marking a significant trend as Democrats face a loss of lawmakers. Cassel criticized her former party for not adequately supporting Israel and for catering to extreme progressive voices that she claims justify acts of terrorism. Her move follows another Democratic representative's switch and increases the Republican majority in the Florida House. Cassel expressed a commitment to her constituents and a need for collaboration on solutions, emphasizing her values over party allegiance.

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