Florida Democrats Claim State is Competitive but Lag in Campaign Spending

Despite close polling, Democrats have not matched Republican ad spending in key Florida races.

Republicans have outspent Democrats by a 4-to-1 margin in Florida's Senate race, with $12.7 million to $3.2 million in ad reservations.
Polls show a tight race, with Sen. Rick Scott leading Democrat Debbie Mucarsel-Powell 46% to 45% and Trump leading Harris 49% to 43%.
Florida Democrats are focusing on grassroots efforts, claiming to have contacted millions of voters through door-knocking, phone calls, and text messages.
Democrats hope ballot measures on abortion rights and marijuana legalization will boost voter turnout in their favor.
Republicans hold a significant advantage in registered voters, with over 1 million more registered Republicans than Democrats in Florida.