Representative María Elvira Salazar has won re-election in Florida’s 27th Congressional District. The Republican incumbent secured another term after a closely watched race.
Salazar had released a campaign ad distancing herself from the White House on immigration policy. In the ad, she said the administration had “gone too far” on the issue.
The message reflected broader concerns within her party about Hispanic voter backlash. Immigration has become a defining issue for many voters in South Florida.
Her district includes parts of Miami-Dade County, where Hispanic residents make up a large share of the electorate. Economic concerns and immigration policy dominated the campaign.
Salazar first won the seat in 2020 and has since built a profile as a moderate voice within the Republican Party. She has supported bipartisan efforts on immigration reform in the past.
Her opponent, Democrat Annette Taddeo, focused on protecting abortion access and lowering costs for working families. Taddeo previously served in the Florida Senate.
The race drew national attention as both parties sought to gauge Hispanic voter sentiment ahead of future elections. Republicans have made inroads with Latino voters in Florida in recent cycles.
Salazar’s victory reinforces Republican strength in the state’s congressional delegation. The result also signals the continued importance of immigration messaging in competitive districts.
