DeSantis Vows To Rush Special US House Elections

Florida Politics reports:

Florida’s Governor hasn’t always rushed to set up Special Elections, but on Thursday, he is saying two Congressional seats will be filled with all possible speed.

The seats in question in Florida’s 1st and 6th Congressional Districts were held by Matt Gaetz, who will need Senate confirmation to become Attorney General, and Mike Waltz, who will advise President-elect Donald Trump on national security.

But even beginning “immediately” takes time, including 14 days for qualifying. With Primary and General Elections also required, the process to fill the positions could take a couple of months, even if expedited.

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Congratulations to the Floridians being appointed to key positions in the Trump Administration: Senator Marco Rubio, Congressman Matt Gaetz, and Congressman Mike Waltz.

I’ve instructed Secretary of State Cord Byrd to formulate and announce a schedule for the upcoming special…

— Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) November 14, 2024