Trump Endorses Patronis for Gaetz's Seat as Witt Joins Race

President-elect Donald Trump has endorsed Florida's Chief Financial Officer, Jimmy Patronis, for Congress, prompting local state representative Michelle Salzman to withdraw from the race and support Patronis. Patronis has submitted his resignation effective at the end of March to run for the seat previously held by Matt Gaetz. Despite Trump's endorsement, another candidate, Dr. Joel Rudman, remains in the race, having also submitted his resignation to comply with election rules. The special election's qualifying period begins on December 5, with early voting starting January 18.