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Florida Democrats Face Setback as Two State Representatives Switch Party Affiliation to Republican

Florida State Representatives Hillary Cassel and Susan Valdés switch from Democrat to Republican, strengthening GOP supermajority in the state legislature.

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Updated: Dec 28th, 2024, 10:45 PM ET

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In a significant shift, Florida State Representatives Hillary Cassel and Susan Valdés have switched their party affiliation from Democrat to Republican, marking a major blow to the Democratic Party. This transition expands the Republican supermajority in the state House to 87-33 and raises concerns about the Democratic Party's standing in Florida. Cassel's decision was influenced by her frustrations with the Democratic Party's stance on Israel and connection to constituents. Both party switches signal a growing dominance of the GOP in Florida's political landscape, prompting calls for the Democrats to reassess their strategies.

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