Key things to watch for in Florida special election on Trump’s turf

Democrats are competing for a Florida state House seat in Palm Beach County that includes Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, with Democrat Emily Gregory facing Republican Jon Maples in a special election. The race represents a rare pickup opportunity for Democrats in a heavily Republican area, as the party seeks to demonstrate momentum heading into the November general election. The seat was previously held by Republican Mike Caruso, whose departure created the opening. Florida House districts have been trending Republican in recent cycles, making this contest a notable test of Democratic strength in Trump's home state. Control of the state legislature could shift depending on how many competitive seats Democrats can actually win this year.