Rep. Debbie Mayfield has announced her plans to seek out her old state Senate seat after leaving due to term limits. This rare opportunity comes as Sen. Randy Fine is leaving the seat to run for Florida’s 6th Congressional District with President-elect Donald Trump’s endorsement. Mayfield’s term limits reset when she left the seat, allowing her to run again without being restricted by term limits for the next 1.5 years. Mayfield expressed her readiness to meet this unexpected opportunity head-on, stating that serving in the State Senate would provide her with a more impactful platform to address important issues in the Space Coast community.
Fine, who is running for Congress to replace U.S. Rep. Michael Waltz, has received Trump’s backing. This reshuffling in Florida’s political landscape has also led to Sen. Joe Gruters potentially becoming the next Chief Financial Officer after incumbent Jimmy Patronis resigned to run for Florida’s 1st Congressional District with Trump’s support.
Mayfield’s decision to run for her old state Senate seat has garnered praise from Gruters, who commended her as a strong conservative who will be a great addition to the Senate. Trump previously endorsed Mayfield in her run for the HD 32 seat this year, showcasing his support for her political endeavors. The upcoming special election for the state Senate seat in SD 19 will be closely watched as Mayfield and other candidates vie for the opportunity to represent their constituents in Florida’s legislature.
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