Florida and Wisconsin Special Elections Test Trump and Musk's Influence
Early voting turnout signals heightened engagement ahead of pivotal April 1 elections that could reshape Congress and the Wisconsin judiciary.
- The Florida special elections feature two Republican-held congressional seats, with one district showing strong Democratic momentum led by Josh Weil against GOP candidate Randy Fine.
- Wisconsin's Supreme Court race has become the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history, with Elon Musk contributing $10 million to support Republican Brad Schimel.
- The Wisconsin race could shift the court's ideological balance, impacting key issues such as abortion rights, union laws, and redistricting.
- Democrats aim to build on recent momentum from an upset win in Pennsylvania, while Republicans work to defend their slim 218-213 House majority.
- Donald Trump has actively campaigned for Republican candidates in Florida, emphasizing their alignment with his administration's priorities.