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Maria Salazar’s Chances in Florida As Trump Posts Slew of Criticism

Maria Salazar’s Chances in Florida As Trump Posts Slew of Criticism

Summary

President Donald Trump criticized Florida Republican Maria Salazar after she said that some of his immigration policies "have gone too far." Trump shared multiple posts on his social media site calling for Salazar to be replaced, as her race against Democrat Eliott Rodriguez in Florida’s 27th district becomes closer.

Key Facts

  • Maria Salazar is a Republican Congresswoman from Florida’s 27th district.
  • She released a campaign ad near the White House criticizing some of President Trump’s immigration enforcement policies.
  • Trump responded by sharing 13 posts on Truth Social critical of Salazar, including comments asking for her to be replaced in the party.
  • Salazar, the daughter of Cuban exiles, urged the president to adopt a more humane immigration approach.
  • Polls show the race between Salazar and Democrat Eliott Rodriguez is tightening, with Salazar’s lead shrinking recently.
  • Financial prediction markets have lowered Salazar’s chances of victory and increased Rodriguez’s chances.
  • If Democrats win the House, it could limit President Trump’s ability to pass laws during the next two years.
  • Salazar stated she spoke directly with President Trump about immigration policy before making her public comments.
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