WATCH: Democrat flips seat representing Mar-a-Lago

ABC News
March 26, 2026
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A Democrat won a special election in Florida's traditionally Republican House District 87, which includes Mar-a-Lago.

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Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election for Florida House District 87, flipping a seat that encompasses President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach. The victory represents a Democratic pickup in a district that has been held by Republicans, signaling potential vulnerability for GOP-held seats in South Florida. District 87 is a traditionally Republican area, making Gregory's win notable in a region where the party has consolidated strength in recent years. The special election was held to fill a vacancy in the state legislature, and Gregory's success could indicate shifting dynamics in Florida's political landscape heading into future election cycles.

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