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Trust Index: No proof of voter fraud with election certification days away
Read full article: Trust Index: No proof of voter fraud with election certification days awayPresident Donald Trump’s window to try and use the courts to overturn the 2020 election results is closing quickly. The president has alleged voting fraud with no evidence and so far has had a string of court losses to prove it. Even after a Trump recount in Wisconsin, the chairman of the Wisconsin election commission certified Biden the winner as well. News 6 political analyst Jim Clark points to Trump’s Election Defense Fund. “Remember, President Trump is also raising money,” Clark said.
Florida reports 6,000 new positive COVID-19 cases, 22 new deaths
Read full article: Florida reports 6,000 new positive COVID-19 cases, 22 new deathsBelow is information provided by the Florida Department of Health for Sunday, Nov. 8. CasesThe Florida Department of Health reported 6,820 new cases on Sunday, bringing the state’s overall total to 843,897 cases since March. DeathsThe Florida Department of Health on Sunday reported 22 people have recently died from COVID-19. As of Sunday’s coronavirus report, a total of 17,333 deaths across the state have been related to the coronavirus, a number that includes 212 non-resident deaths in Florida. HospitalizationsCurrently, there are 2,777 people with the virus hospitalized in Florida, according to the state Agency for Health Care Administration.
State health officials report 4,452 new COVID-19 cases in Florida
Read full article: State health officials report 4,452 new COVID-19 cases in FloridaThe Florida Department of Health released new data on Florida’s fight against COVID-19. Below is information provided by the Florida Department of Health for Saturday, Nov. 7. CasesThe Florida Department of Health reported 4,452 new cases on Saturday, bringing the state’s overall total to 837,077 cases since March. DeathsThe Florida Department of Health on Saturday reported 87 people have recently died from COVID-19. State health officials have always maintained that virus fatalities are often delayed in being reported to the FDOH, with some deaths not reported for a month or more.
Orange County works to confirm ballots ahead of state deadline
Read full article: Orange County works to confirm ballots ahead of state deadlineORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A Canvassing Board meeting was held Friday at the Orange County Supervisor of Elections office. Cowles added that the deadline for the first unofficial numbers to the state is tomorrow at noon. But said next week they will be meeting again to look at the military ballots, as long as those ballots are postmarked by Election Day. “Florida has to wait 10 days for military voters, so all canvassing boards in all 67 counties will be coming back next week to look at the military ballots and add them in,” Cowles said. Cowles also said Florida law states they have to hold on to the paper ballots for 22 months.
Trust Index: Are ‘illegal’ votes being counted?
Read full article: Trust Index: Are ‘illegal’ votes being counted?Election officials in states across the country are releasing vote totals for the presidential election, some question the ballots being counted after Election Day. I easily WIN the Presidency of the United States with LEGAL VOTES CAST. “I easily win the Presidency of the United States with legal votes cast,” President Trump posted on Twitter. Votes cast after the deadline in state law are not legally cast votes. — Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) November 6, 2020“Votes cast after the deadline in state law are not legally cast votes,” Rubio said.
Positive coronavirus cases surpass 830,000 in Florida
Read full article: Positive coronavirus cases surpass 830,000 in FloridaWhile Florida may avoid the title of “COVID hotspot,” the state is still seeing an uptick in cases and deaths. The state’s report lists coronavirus deaths by the date the people tested positive for the virus, not the date they passed. [RELATED: Live updates on 2020 presidential election]Below is information provided by the Florida Department of Heath for Friday, Nov. 6. CasesThe Florida Department of Health reported 5,245 new cases on Friday, bringing the state’s overall total to 832,625 cases since March. As of Friday’s coronavirus report, a total of 17,224 deaths across the state have been related to the coronavirus, a number that includes 210 non-resident deaths in Florida.
Photos: This is what ‘stop the count’ protests look like across the country
Read full article: Photos: This is what ‘stop the count’ protests look like across the country(Photo by John Moore/Getty Images) (2020 Getty Images)Trump supporters gather for a demonstration outside the TCF Center on Nov. 6, 2020 in Detroit. (Photo by John Moore/Getty Images) (2020 Getty Images)Trump supporters gather for a demonstration outside the TCF Center on Nov. 6, 2020 in Detroit. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images) (2020 Getty Images)Supporters of President Trump hold signs and chant slogans during a protest outside the Philadelphia Convention Center. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images) (2020 Getty Images)Supporters of President Trump yell at a counter protester at the Maricopa County Elections Department office on Nov. 6, 2020 in Phoenix. (Photo by Megan Varner/Getty Images) (2020 Getty Images)
Trust Index: Do Sharpie pens invalidate ballots?
Read full article: Trust Index: Do Sharpie pens invalidate ballots?Here’s a look at the facts:CLAIM: Votes were eliminated in Arizona because people were made to use Sharpie pens to mark their ballots. Arizona election officials confirmed that Sharpies were used in voting, but they said that would not invalidate a ballot. She is seeking a court order that all Maricopa County voters whose ballots were rejected as a result of using a Sharpie be given a chance to fix their ballots. Aguilera also is asking for such voters to be able to be present while election officials count their ballots. After a review of suggestions that Sharpie pens invalidate ballots, it’s been determined that the claims are not true.
Election results: What states are we still waiting on, and why? A breakdown
Read full article: Election results: What states are we still waiting on, and why? A breakdownA handful of pivotal states remained in play Thursday in the tightly contested U.S. presidential race. But there are outstanding ballots left to be counted in the coming days. North CarolinaThe situationWith ballots left to count, the race is too early to call. As long as those ballots are postmarked by Nov. 3, state election officials have until Nov. 12 to count them. And when it comes to mail ballots, Biden was outperforming Trump.
Campaign pups throughout the years: These 11 photos will make you crack a smile
Read full article: Campaign pups throughout the years: These 11 photos will make you crack a smileWe found the following 11 photos from Getty Images, and we thought they were worth a share. (Getty Images)Pierre, a 5-year-old basset hound, apparently is a loyal fan of then-President Johnson -- and was happy to pose with a campaign button. (Getty Images)A dog wears a campaign sticker for Democratic presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden during a campaign stop at the Buttercup diner on March 3, 2020 in Oakland, California. This photo was taken in front of the White House as the pups wore campaign buttons for Lyndon B. Johnson for President. (Getty Images)In Honolulu, Hawaiian women are seen casting their votes during a presidential election -- and even a dog doesn't dare peek.
Florida health officials report over 6,000 new COVID-19 cases, 39 deaths
Read full article: Florida health officials report over 6,000 new COVID-19 cases, 39 deathsOn Thursday, the Florida Department of Health reported an additional 6,000 positive COVID-19 cases. CasesThe Florida Department of Health reported 6,257 new cases on Thursday, bringing the state’s overall total to 827,380 cases since March. DeathsThe Florida Department of Health on Thursday reported 39 people have recently died from COVID-19. State health officials have always maintained that virus fatalities are often delayed in being reported to the FDOH, with some deaths not reported for a month or more. The state reported 188 new hospitalizations ons Thursday, meaning the state has seen a total of 50,077 patients admitted to a hospital since March in relation to COVID-19.
Here’s why we don’t know who won Apopka City Council seat 2
Read full article: Here’s why we don’t know who won Apopka City Council seat 2APOPKA, Fla. – Apopka voters will head back to the polls next month to elect the city’s Seat 2 commissioner in a runoff election between candidates Yesenia Baron and Diane Velazquez. “I want to make sure that I am moving our city forward,” Baron said. Baron said she also wants to focus on connecting South Apopka to the rest of the city. “I think we should give more information, but in layman’s terms so they can understand what it costs to run a city,” Velazquez said. “I want to make sure that I am committing to the future of the city of Apopka together,” Baron said.
Presidential race still too close to call in some battleground states. Here’s where they stand
Read full article: Presidential race still too close to call in some battleground states. Here’s where they standSee All Battleground Race ResultsIt was unclear when or how quickly a winner could be determined. A late burst of votes in Michigan and Wisconsin gave Biden a small lead in those states, but it was still too early to call the race. But the margins were exceedingly tight, with the candidates trading wins in battleground states across the country. Trump picked up Florida, the largest of the swing states, while Biden flipped Arizona, a state that has reliably voted Republican in recent elections. Both campaigns had teams of lawyers at the ready to move into battleground states if there were legal challenges.
Race to the White House: See all the possible ways Trump, Biden can still win US presidential election
Read full article: Race to the White House: See all the possible ways Trump, Biden can still win US presidential electionPolls closed Tuesday night and yet on Wednesday, hours later, neither Donald Trump nor Joe Biden had the 270 electoral votes needed to secure a win in the 2020 U.S. presidential election. Election Day is over, so what’s the holdup? Vote tabulations routinely continue beyond Election Day, and states largely set the rules for when the count has to end. This embed is meant to serve only as a preview of what outcomes America could in the U.S. presidential election. As much as it pains me to write this, it’s possible this presidential election could end in a 269-269 Electoral College tie.
4,400 new COVID-19 cases reported in Florida amid ongoing election battle
Read full article: 4,400 new COVID-19 cases reported in Florida amid ongoing election battleAs election workers continue to count votes, health officials are keeping tabs on new cases of COVID-19. On Wednesday the Florida Department of Health reported nearly 4,500 new cases. Coronavirus Cases Nov. 3Below is information provided by the Florida Department of Heath for Wednesday, Nov. 3. CasesThe Florida Department of Health reported 4,423 new cases on Wednesday, bringing the state’s overall total to 821,123 cases since March. DeathsThe Florida Department of Health on Wednesday reported 32 people have recently died from COVID-19.
Gov DeSantis: Other states should learn from Florida’s success in 2020 election
Read full article: Gov DeSantis: Other states should learn from Florida’s success in 2020 electionTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – “Perhaps 2020 was the year that we finally vanquished the ghosts of Bush vs. Gore,” Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said while addressing the Sunshine State Wednesday, one day after President Donald Trump declared victory in Florida in the 2020 U.S. presidential election. “People are actually looking at Florida and asking the question, ‘Why can’t the states be more like Florida? I also think the fact that he has really helped us with a lot of Florida issues, I think, helped him,” DeSantis said. I don’t think that was done without some type of motive -- whether it’s ratings, whether it’s something else,” DeSantis said.
9 photos that prove Election Day 2020 was different than any other in recent years
Read full article: 9 photos that prove Election Day 2020 was different than any other in recent yearsThere’s no doubt that Election Day this year was one for the books. After record-setting early voting, people still showed up in droves on Election Day to cast their ballot. Below are 10 photos -- all from Getty Images -- that give an indication of how different this Election Day looked. (2020 Getty Images)Protesters march through the streets around Black Lives Matter Plaza on Nov. 3 in Washington DC. (2020 Getty Images)Did you feel things were different this year?
Sarah McBride becomes the first openly transgender person to be elected state senator
Read full article: Sarah McBride becomes the first openly transgender person to be elected state senatorWhile most Americans continued awaiting the presidential election results, history was silently being made in Delaware. Sarah McBride, 30, made history on election night by becoming the first openly transgender person to be elected to the state Senate in U.S. history. “I hope tonight shows an LGBTQ kid that our democracy is big enough for them, too,” McBride tweeted Tuesday night after the election was called. McBride is a former spokesperson for the LGBTQ advocacy group Human Rights Campaign and also became the first trans person to speak at a major political convention. McBride will represent parts of Bellefonte, Claymont and Wilmington, the state’s largest city.
The world waits nervously, impatiently for US vote count
Read full article: The world waits nervously, impatiently for US vote countThe world is watching as millions of Americans cast their ballots for the next president on Tuesday. “In the American system, the last vote counts, and maybe the last vote changes the result," Borrell told Spanish National Television. "The battle over the legitimacy of the result — whatever it will look like — has now begun,” said the German defense minister, Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer. “Africa used to learn American democracy, America is now learning African democracy,” tweeted Nigerian Sen. Shehu Sani, reflecting a common view from some on a continent long used to troubled elections and U.S. criticism of them. ___AP journalists around the world contributed to this story.
Amendment 4 fails: Floridians decide against requiring second vote on constitutional amendments
Read full article: Amendment 4 fails: Floridians decide against requiring second vote on constitutional amendmentsTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida’s proposed Amendment 4, which aimed to require a second vote for amendments to the state constitution, has failed. Currently, a constitutional amendment requires a 60% vote to become effective, anything less means the amendment is rejected, but under Amendment 4 it would extend the process to another round of voting. “Essentially, an amendment approved by Florida voters would not count unless it passed a second time in the next election. A “yes” vote supports requiring voter-approved constitutional amendments to be approved by voters at a second general election to become effective. A “no” vote opposes requiring voter-approved constitutional amendments to be approved by voters at a second general election to become effective.
Democrat Marco Lopez wins Osceola County sheriff race
Read full article: Democrat Marco Lopez wins Osceola County sheriff raceOSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – Democrat Marco Lopez has been declared the winner of the Osceola County sheriff race. He was first elected Osceola County sheriff in November 2016 and took office in 2017. Marco Lopez is very familiar with the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office after spending more than 16 years with the agency, according to his campaign website. In 2005, he joined the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office as a deputy sheriff. Now retired and living on a small farmstead in west Osceola County, Fernández has seven children through a blended family with his wife, Carmen.
Osceola County Property Appraiser Katrina S. Scarborough wins re-election
Read full article: Osceola County Property Appraiser Katrina S. Scarborough wins re-electionOSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – Democrat Katrina S. Scarborough has been declared the winner of the Osceola County property appraiser race. One election happening in Osceola County is for the county’s property appraiser. Her duty is to determine the value of all property within the county, including improved and vacant real property, tangible personal property, and agricultural property. Property-appraiser.orgLet’s meet the candidates:Katrina S. Scarborough (D)Katrina Scarborough, the incumbent, is a lifelong Osceola County resident. She also served as the chief of staff for two years prior to being elected as the Osceola County Property Appraiser.
Mary Jane Arrington wins Osceola County’s supervisor of elections race
Read full article: Mary Jane Arrington wins Osceola County’s supervisor of elections raceDemocrat Mary Jane Arrington has been declared the winner of the Osceola County supervisor of elections race. One election happening in Osceola County is for the county’s supervisor of elections. The supervisor of elections is the official designated by Florida law and the county charter to administer elections and voter registration for Osceola County. She began her role in government in 1994 when she was the first women to be elected to serve on the Osceola County Commission. Arrington was one on the founding supervisors of the TOHO Water Authority, where she served from 2001 to 2008.
Republican Neal Dunn re-elected in US House District 2 race
Read full article: Republican Neal Dunn re-elected in US House District 2 raceMARION COUNTY, Fla. – Republican Neal Dunn has been declared the winner of the U.S. House District 2 race. Incumbent Neal Dunn currently holds the seat for U.S. House District 2 and was facing write-in candidate Kim O’Connor on the November ballot. [2020 VOTER GUIDE: Everything you need to know ahead of the presidential election]Here’s what you need to know about the candidates:Neal Dunn (R)Congressman Dunn first assumed office in 2017. At the beginning of the 116th Congress, Dunn was appointed to serve on the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, the House Committee on Agriculture, and the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology. She first graduated from the University of South Florida with a philosophy degree then got her law degree at the University of Florida.
Monique Worrell to replace Aramis Ayala as Orange-Osceola state attorney
Read full article: Monique Worrell to replace Aramis Ayala as Orange-Osceola state attorneyORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Democrat Monique Worrell has been declared the winner of the Orange-Osceola state attorney race. As of 11 p.m. Tuesday, she had 66% of the vote with 342 out of 348 precincts reporting. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns]RACE DETAILS BELOWAfter a heavily contested primary, voters had the choice of two candidates to replace Aramis Ayala as the state attorney for Orange and Osceola counties. He’s been endorsed by former Orange County sheriffs Kevin Beary and Lawson Lamar. Monique Worrell (D)Monique Worrell has earned endorsements from Ayala, Sen. Bernie Sanders and singer John Legend.
Amendment 5 passes: Floridians vote to extend Homestead exemption transfer period
Read full article: Amendment 5 passes: Floridians vote to extend Homestead exemption transfer periodFlorida’s proposed Amendment 5, which would extend the Homestead exemption transfer period, has passed. “There is a 3% annual limit for an increase in the valuation of a homestead property. Currently, after moving to a new primary residence, a Florida resident has two years to transfer their homestead property benefit. A “yes” vote supports extending the period during which a person may transfer Save Our Homes benefits to a new homestead property from two years to three years. A “no” vote opposes extending the period during which a person may transfer Save Our Homes benefits to a new homestead property from two years to three years.
R.J. Larizza re-elected as Flagler-Volusia state attorney
Read full article: R.J. Larizza re-elected as Flagler-Volusia state attorneyRepublican R.J. Larizza has been declared the winner of the Flagler-Volusia state attorney race. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns]RACE DETAILS BELOWVoters in the 7th Judicial Circuit, which covers Flagler, Volusia, St. Johns and Putnam counties, were asked to choose between the incumbent or an independent challenger running for state attorney. The former prosecutor believes the criminal justice system is broken with a heavy emphasis on incarceration, which he hopes to change by focusing more on diversion programs and common sense sentencing practices. R.J. Larizza (R)Incumbent R.J. Larizza has been elected for a fourth term as the state attorney for the 7th Judicial Circuit, a role he’s filled since being sworn in in January 2009. Larizza has worked in the criminal justice system since 1980 and has experience as a probation officer, a private attorney, a prosecutor and a state attorney.
Amendment 1 passes: Floridians decide to change right to vote citizenship language
Read full article: Amendment 1 passes: Floridians decide to change right to vote citizenship languageTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida’s proposed Amendment 1, which would change the verbiage that describes who has the right to vote in the state of Florida, has passed. She says the language can be tricky but the change Amendment 1 would make is actually pretty simple. So would this amendment change who is allowed to vote in Florida? A “yes” vote supports amending the Florida Constitution to state that “only a citizen” of the U.S. who is 18 years old or older can vote in Florida. A 60 percent supermajority vote was required for the approval of Amendment 1, which is sponsored by the political committee Florida Citizen Voters.
Residents vote to extend Marion County’s 1% sales tax
Read full article: Residents vote to extend Marion County’s 1% sales taxMARION COUNTY, Fla. – Marion County residents have voted to extend a 1% public safety and transportation infrastructure sales tax referendum. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns]RACE DETAILS BELOWMarion County voters will decide on the November ballot if they want a four-year extension of a 1% public safety and transportation infrastructure sales tax referendum. County officials said $167 million was generated to fund various projects from 2017-2020 from the sales tax. If approved, county officials said $196 million will be generated in revenue. Marion County officials also expect to build new facilities for safety departments and to add more safety vehicles.
Amendment 6 passes: Floridians approve transfer of veteran benefits to surviving spouses
Read full article: Amendment 6 passes: Floridians approve transfer of veteran benefits to surviving spousesFlorida’s proposed Amendment 6, which aims to ensure beneficiaries of veterans with combat-related disabilities continue to receive Homestead tax benefits after the death of the veteran, has passed. Amendment 6 ensures the beneficiaries of veterans with combat-related disabilities would continue to receive Homestead tax benefits after the death of the veteran. The discount may be transferred to a new homestead property of the surviving spouse under certain conditions. A “yes” vote supports allowing a Homestead property tax discount to be transferred to the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran. A “no” vote opposes allowing a Homestead property tax discount to be transferred to the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran.
Voters re-approve Brevard County’s half-cent surtax
Read full article: Voters re-approve Brevard County’s half-cent surtaxBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Brevard County residents have voted to extend a half-cent surtax for a school board referendum on their November ballot. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns]RACE DETAILS BELOWVoters in Brevard County will have to decide whether to extend a half-cent surtax for a school board referendum on their November ballot. The half-cent surtax was approved by voters in 2014. The reason for the initial referendum was to upgrade aging schools, school security and technology, according to the district. The surtax is shared with charter schools based on proportionate share or district enrollment, according to the county’s board of elections.
Republican Scott Franklin wins US House District 15 race
Read full article: Republican Scott Franklin wins US House District 15 raceRepublican Scott Franklin has won Florida Rep. Ross Spano’s seat in the U.S. House. Franklin defeated Democrat Alan Cohn in Tuesday’s election, ensuring that Spano’s seat stays in Republican hands. The Lakeland commissioner has operated a small business in the city for 20 years. He said he never voted for a tax increase while serving as a Lakeland commissioner. Alan Cohn (D)Cohn is a Peabody Award-winning television investigative journalist and is making another run for the District 15 seat.
Flagler County voters re-elect Sheriff Rick Staly
Read full article: Flagler County voters re-elect Sheriff Rick StalyFLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – Republican Rick Staly has been declared the winner of the Flagler County sheriff race. The sheriff leads more than 300 Flagler County Sheriff’s Office employees who serve a community of more than 95,000. He then served 23 years in the Orange County Sheriff’s Office before being promoted to undersheriff. Staly began leading the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office in 2017. Although he is running as a Democrat, on his Facebook page, he reminds people living in Flagler County that’s he’s a candidate for all.
Brevard County voters re-elect Republican Sheriff Wayne Ivey
Read full article: Brevard County voters re-elect Republican Sheriff Wayne IveyBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Republican Wayne Ivey has been declared the winner of the Brevard County sheriff race. The race marks the first time in eight years that Brevard County residents cast their votes for sheriff. Sheriff Wayne Ivey, who was first elected in 2012, faced Democratic challenger Alton Edmond this year after Ivey ran unopposed in 2016. The winner’s responsibilities will include leading the men and women of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office, which, according to the agency’s Twitter, provides law enforcement services to more than 510,000 residents on Florida’s East Coast, and managing the agency’s multi-million dollar budget. Here’s how to track your ballot]Here’s what you need to know about the candidates:Wayne Ivey (R)Republican incumbent Wayne Ivey has more than 40 years of law enforcement experience in Florida, according to his campaign site.
Rep. Daniel Webster re-elected in US House District 11 race
Read full article: Rep. Daniel Webster re-elected in US House District 11 raceRepublican incumbent Daniel Webster has been declared the winner of the U.S. House District 11 race. The Associated Press called the race for Webster, who was leading Dana Marie Cottrell 67-33%. He faces Democrat Dana Marie Cottrell on the ballot. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates:Daniel Webster (R)Congressman Webster was born in Charleston, West Virginia, on April 27, 1949. He previously represented Florida’s 8th Congressional District from 2011 to 2012, and Florida’s 10th Congressional District from 2013 to 2016.
Republican Kat Cammack wins US House District 3 race
Read full article: Republican Kat Cammack wins US House District 3 raceMARION COUNTY, Fla. – Republican Kat Cammack has won Florida’s U.S. House seat held by her former boss, retiring Florida Republican Rep. Ted Yoho. Cammack owns a political consulting firm and previously served as Yoho’s deputy chief of staff and campaign manager. Yoho is leaving Congress after four terms to fulfill a campaign promise to self-impose term limits. Cammack won the August primary with 25% of the vote in a 10-way race. Cammack was the deputy chief of staff and campaign manager for Yoho from 2012-2020.
US House District 10 voters re-elect Rep. Val Demings
Read full article: US House District 10 voters re-elect Rep. Val DemingsORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Democratic incumbent Val Demings has been declared the winner of the U.S. House District 10 race. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns]U.S. House District 10 View All CandidatesRACE DETAILS BELOWThree candidates were in the running to represent Florida’s 10th Congressional District, which includes west Orange County. Here’s how to track your ballot]Prior to incumbent Rep. Val Demings winning the 2016 election, the House seat had been held by Republicans. Val Demings (D)Congresswoman Demings, born in Jacksonville, is the youngest of seven children. She especially wants voters to know she’s not a politician.
Republican David Johnson wins Seminole County property appraiser race
Read full article: Republican David Johnson wins Seminole County property appraiser raceSEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Republican David Johnson has been declared the winner of the Seminole County property appraiser race. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns]This Seminole County office has been running since 1913, and Johnson, the current property appraiser, was first elected in 2004. RACE DETAILS BELOWBefore we go over the candidates, it’s important to know exactly what a property appraiser does. [2020 VOTER GUIDE: Everything you need to know ahead of the presidential election]According to the Seminole County Property Appraiser website, their duties include identifying, locating and fairly valuing all property within the county for tax purposes. Jeff Triplett (NPA)Triplett has been the mayor of Sanford since 2011, and now he’s stepping down to run for county property appraiser.
Chris Anderson wins Seminole County’s supervisor of elections race
Read full article: Chris Anderson wins Seminole County’s supervisor of elections raceSEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Republican Chris Anderson has been declared the winner of the Seminole County supervisor of elections race. Currently, Republican Chris Anderson holds the position after replacing former Seminole County Supervisor of Elections Mike Ertel. Seminole County’s supervisor of elections, according to the county’s SOE website, is responsible for overseeing all election activities for the county, including managing all municipal, county, state and national elections in Seminole County, preventing voting fraud activities and facilitating qualifying of county-wide candidates for office. According to the Seminole County Supervisor of Elections Office website, Seminole County currently has 335,183 registered voters. Ron DeSantis as Seminole County’s supervisor of elections in January of last year.
Democrat Stephanie Murphy re-elected in US House District 7 race
Read full article: Democrat Stephanie Murphy re-elected in US House District 7 raceDemocratic incumbent Stephanie Murphy has been declared the winner of the U.S. House District 7 race. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns]RACE DETAILS BELOWFlorida’s 7th Congressional District includes portions of Orange and Seminole counties. Incumbent Stephanie Murphy currently holds the seat for U.S. House District 7 and defeated two challengers who were seeking to replace her in the November election. Stephanie Murphy (D)Congresswoman Murphy first assumed office in 2017. William R. Garlington (NPA)According to his campaign website, Garlington is a businessman, entrepreneur, author, public speaker and educator.
Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma wins re-election
Read full article: Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma wins re-electionSEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Republican Dennis Lemma has been declared the winner of the Seminole County sheriff race with more than 58% of voters opting to re-elect Lemma. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns]RACE DETAILS BELOWThe voters of Seminole County have decided who will be their top cop going forward and decided to continue with Sheriff Dennis Lemma. The Republican candidate, Dennis Lemma, has served as Seminole County sheriff since 2017 while Democrat Paul “Spike” Hopkins unsuccessfully ran for the role in Orange County in 2016. Lemma will continue deciding how crime is enforced in Seminole County for the next four years and manage the sheriff’s office’s multi-million dollar budget. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates:Dennis Lemma (R)Before he was re-elected, Dennis Lemma was a decades-long Seminole County resident who has served as sheriff since he was sworn in on Jan. 3, 2017.
Amy Mercado wins Orange County property appraiser race
Read full article: Amy Mercado wins Orange County property appraiser raceORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Democrat Amy Mercado has been declared the winner of the Orange County property appraiser race. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns]Orange County Property Appraiser View All CandidatesRACE DETAILS BELOWAmy Mercado was the only name on the November ballot for the Orange County property appraiser race, though she does face one write-in candidate. The county property appraiser is responsible for identifying, locating and fairly valuing all property within the county for tax purposes. She said she wants to improve the relationships and communication with property owners, the real estate community and the property appraiser’s office. Tim Loucks (WRI)Loucks is running as a write-in candidate in the race to become Orange County’s next property appraiser.
Orange County voters re-elect Sheriff John Mina
Read full article: Orange County voters re-elect Sheriff John MinaORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Democrat John Mina has been declared the winner of the Orange County sheriff race. Made up of more than 2,500 employees, including 1,600 sworn officers, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office is the largest law enforcement agency in Central Florida. Here’s what you need to know about each candidate:John Mina (D)Mina became the 29th elected sheriff of Orange County in November 2018, when he won a special election to replace former Sheriff Jerry Demings after Demings was elected Orange County Mayor. You can read read more about Mina’s career as Orange County sheriff and the issues that matter most to him here. Winston Johnson (WRI)Winston Johnson, a write-in candidate on the November ballot, is running to become the next sheriff of Orange County.
US House District 9 voters re-elect Darren Soto
Read full article: US House District 9 voters re-elect Darren SotoDemocratic incumbent Darren Soto has been declared the winner of the U.S. House District 9 race. Nearly 689,000 people live in District 9, according to the last U.S. Census. Darren Soto (D)Congressman Soto was first elected in 2016 to represent Florida’s 9th Congressional District. He was first elected to the Florida House at the age of 29 and served for five and a half years. Clay Hill (WRI)Hill is a write-in candidate in the U.S. House District 9 race.
SURVEY: Here’s how Florida voters feel about key issues in 2020 election
Read full article: SURVEY: Here’s how Florida voters feel about key issues in 2020 electionORLANDO, Fla. – Voters in Florida made their pick for president while holding negative views about the country’s direction, according to an expansive AP survey of the American electorate. AP VoteCast found that 38% of Florida voters said the United States is on the right track, and 61% of voters said it is headed in the wrong direction. ON THE ISSUESThe pandemic was top of mind for many voters in Florida. Users can also see voters' views on the coronavirus pandemic, the country’s direction and other issues. The survey of more than 100,000 voters will provide insight into who voted, and why, in this year’s general election.
These celebrities are proudly showing off their ‘I Voted’ stickers
Read full article: These celebrities are proudly showing off their ‘I Voted’ stickersCelebrities -- they’re just like us. Well, not really, but they definitely vote, and they definitely post selfies on Election Day with their “I Voted” sticker. Here are a few celebs who have let social media know they are exercising their constitutional right to have their voice heard. Laura DernSnoop DoggJessica AlbaNatalie PortmanJennifer LopezCharlize TheronBlake Lively and Ryan ReynoldsDemi LovatoDrew BarrymoreLizzoMariah CareyKerry WashingtonAshlee Simpson RossReese WitherspoonHalle BerryNick JonasSelena GomezBrittany SnowJimmy FallonJoe Jonas
These are the states to watch closely on election night
Read full article: These are the states to watch closely on election nightThe former vice president is competitive in all the battleground states Trump carried in 2016, and has put a handful of traditional Republican states, including Georgia and Arizona, in play. Grab the binoculars and focus on these 10 states as election returns start rolling in:Florida: 29 electoral votesAll eyes are on Florida, a swing state known for razor-thin election tallies. If Trump doesn’t win Florida, he’s going to have a rough time capturing enough states to stay in office. As early voting began in the state, Biden expanded his ad buys into every corner of Ohio. Trump won Arizona in 2016, but it is no longer an ironclad GOP stalwart.
What to know about Florida’s Amendment 4: Requires second vote on constitutional amendments
Read full article: What to know about Florida’s Amendment 4: Requires second vote on constitutional amendmentsTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Under Amendment 4, Florida voters will decide this November whether constitutional amendments such as Amendment 4 should receive two general election votes before becoming part of the state constitution. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns starting at 7 p.m. on Nov. 3]Currently, a constitutional amendment requires a 60% vote to become effective, anything less means the amendment is rejected, but under Amendment 4 it would extend the process to another round of voting. “Essentially, an amendment approved by Florida voters would not count unless it passed a second time in the next election. A “yes” vote supports requiring voter-approved constitutional amendments to be approved by voters at a second general election to become effective. A “no” vote opposes requiring voter-approved constitutional amendments to be approved by voters at a second general election to become effective.
AP VoteCast: Voters split on virus, economy, even football
Read full article: AP VoteCast: Voters split on virus, economy, even footballAmong the few shared views in the two camps of voters: Trump has changed the way things work in Washington. Most Trump voters say he has changed Washington for the better; most Biden voters say he's changed it for the worse. And Biden voters overwhelmingly said the federal government should prioritize limiting the spread of the virus — even if that damages the economy. About half of Trump voters called the economy and jobs the top issue facing the nation, while only 1 in 10 Biden voters named it most important. Trump voters remain adamant that the economy is in good shape: About three-quarters call national economic conditions excellent or good.
Battleground races we’re watching across the U.S. today
Read full article: Battleground races we’re watching across the U.S. todayPolitical teams across Graham Media Group are watching “battleground” races in Texas, Florida, Michigan and Virginia. TEXASThe entire state of Texas itself is something of a battleground with Democrats holding onto a longshot hope of turning the long-red state blue. Here’s a report from KPRC2 in Houston and KSAT in San Antonio on competitive districts in the Lone Star state:Follow all Texas results on Click2Houston and KSAT.com. Follow all Florida results on News4Jax, ClickOrlando and Local 10 (Miami). Follow Virginia results on WSLS.com.
Map your own path to the White House: Here’s a look at all the ways to win the US presidency
Read full article: Map your own path to the White House: Here’s a look at all the ways to win the US presidencyIt’s important to remember that the winner of the presidential election is not determined by the popular vote but rather the Electoral College. To win the presidency, one candidate needs to secure 270 electoral votes. The 538 electoral votes up for grabs this year represent the following, according to nationalpopularvote.com:435 U.S. So how will presidential candidates Donald Trump and Joe Biden win electoral votes? Click on different U.S. states to see how they typically vote and what role they could play in the presidential election.
Here’s how Seminole County could alter the presidential election
Read full article: Here’s how Seminole County could alter the presidential electionSEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Bob Lucas lives in Casselberry and is ready to see who will win the presidency and with Seminole County playing a major role in the presidential election, he thinks the numbers will be pretty tight. There’s a whole bunch of people well over 65, they’re voting for Biden but there’s probably just as many voting for Trump,” Lucas said. [TRENDING: Trump, Biden fight for Florida | Free food on Election Day | Latest track:Hurricane Eta could dump 35 inches of rain]In 2016, President Donald Trump defeated Hillary Clinton by 1.2% in Seminole County, which has voted red for decades. In fact, Trump made several campaign stops in Seminole County within the past couple of weeks. News 6 political expert Jim Cark explained Seminole County went blue for the 2018 election, which could make a difference in this election.
Orange County voters of all ages hit the polls
Read full article: Orange County voters of all ages hit the pollsORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – With voters heading out to the polls on Election Day, Orange County broke a record for ballots cast. Around 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, election officials said the county surpassed the mark of 565,843 ballots, which was set in 2016. While there were lines at some precincts when polls opened, officials said they haven’t received reports of any problems or significant delays. Voters who spoke with News 6 said the polling location was busy, but the wait time was minimal. “I love seeing more people interested in what the future is going to be,” Allison Hartung said.
Here’s what voting looks like across the nation today
Read full article: Here’s what voting looks like across the nation todayHere’s what voting across the nation looks like today -- one of the most historic election days in recent history. (2020 Getty Images)Would-be voters learn they are not registered at their precinct at the O.P. (2020 Getty Images)Voters cast their ballot at The Orpheum Theater on Nov. 3 in Madison, Wisconsin. (2020 Getty Images)Voters stand in ballot boxes at the Kentucky Exposition Center on Nov. 3 in Louisville, Kentucky. (2020 Getty Images)
Celebrities who’ve been vocal about their support for Trump or Biden this election season
Read full article: Celebrities who’ve been vocal about their support for Trump or Biden this election seasonSome people think that celebrities should stay out of politics, but that hasn’t stopped these famous people from throwing their support behind Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden or current President Donald Trump. Celebs supporting Trump:Kirstie AlleyThe outspoken actress tweeted a couple weeks ago that she was supporting the incumbent president in the upcoming election. Celebrities supporting Biden:Taylor SwiftAfter staying silent about who she was voting for in the 2016 election, Swift has made it very known that she is supporting Biden in this year’s race. Chris EvansCaptain America himself has been working around the clock, it seems, to get people motivated to get out the vote this election. He has critiqued the current administration on Twitter and thrown his support behind Biden.
13 comfort food and cocktail recipes to make if you’re super stressed on election night
Read full article: 13 comfort food and cocktail recipes to make if you’re super stressed on election nightIt doesn’t matter who or what you’re voting for in the 2020 election, if anything is clear, it’s that Americans are STRESSED about the results.
5 ways you can help fight misinformation on Election Day
Read full article: 5 ways you can help fight misinformation on Election DayAs Election Day finally arrives it is going to be easy to feel overwhelmed by the volume of information being aimed at every single voter in the country. As polls open here are five things to watch for on Election Day 2020:Many, many reports, photos, and videos of long lines. You can also share what you are seeing with the Trust Index team and we’ll get to work on it. Use the Trust Index form to send it to trained fact-checkers for review and possible debunking on a newscast or online. The Trust Index team fact checks questionable information circulating on social media and in our communities.
This is Florida’s rule on selfies at polling stations
Read full article: This is Florida’s rule on selfies at polling stationsWe understand documenting that you’ve voted is important to a lot of people — especially when you get that “I Voted” sticker. You should be proud of yourself for casting your vote, but know that there are strict rules in some places when it comes to taking pictures at polling places. “No photography is permitted in the polling room or early voting area, except an elector may photograph his or her own ballot,” the Florida Legislature website states. Voters should always practice courtesy and common sense, and you can always ask a poll worker to specify what the rules are. When in doubt, just wait until you’re back in your car to snap that “I Voted” sticker selfie.
A terminally ill woman mailed in her ballot. Now, after her death, her vote won’t be counted.
Read full article: A terminally ill woman mailed in her ballot. Now, after her death, her vote won’t be counted.We’ve heard of people out in droves who voted early or sent a mail-in ballot. Lines at early-voting precincts have had some crowds waiting hours -- but to cast a ballot, many find the time well-spent. Pflughoeft was fascinated with politics and determined to vote in the 2020 General Election, so she mailed in her ballot early. All the other states have various stipulations as to whether they will allow the ballot of a deceased person to count, such as when the person died and when the death is learned. However, if past elections are any indication, votes from people who pass away before Election Day generally don’t have an impact on the results, according USA Today.
Still have your mail-in ballot? It’s not too late to vote
Read full article: Still have your mail-in ballot? It’s not too late to voteElections Supervisor Chris Anderson said more mail-in ballots were handed in versus mailed in than ever before. “The best thing to do is, if you have a vote-by-mail ballot, just bring it directly to us. “We will ask you to surrender your vote-by-mail ballot, we’ll write ‘canceled’ on it, put it in a secure bag, and then issue you a fresh new ballot so you can cast your vote,” Anderson said. Here’s how to track your ballot]Even if you don’t bring your mail-in ballot with you to your assigned polling place on Tuesday, you can still vote. Because they understand that actually when they check you in, it alerts them on your record that you were given a mail ballot, so they’re actually trained to ask you for the mail ballot," he said.
Trust Index: Robocall telling people ‘stay home,’ Orange County Democratic chair says
Read full article: Trust Index: Robocall telling people ‘stay home,’ Orange County Democratic chair saysStay safe and stay home.”“This coming on the eve of election, we think is designed to suppress the vote tomorrow,” said Orange County Democratic Party Chair Wes Hodge, while standing across the street from the Supervisor of Elections Office Monday. Orange County Supervisor of Elections Bill Cowles said he didn’t know there was an issue until he saw Hodge holding a news conference across the street from the elections office. “We do know that Republicans make up a large number of the voters that vote on election day. Who can possibly tell?”“The Florida Department of State has not received any reports regarding a robocall encouraging people to stay home on Election Day,” said spokesman Mark Ard. If anyone has an issue voting on Election Day they can call the Voter Protection Hotline at 833-VOTE-FLA.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Flagler-Volusia state attorney
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Flagler-Volusia state attorney[2020 VOTER GUIDE: Everything you need to know ahead of the presidential election | TRACK YOUR BALLOT: Voting by mail? Here’s how to track your ballot]Other roles for the state attorney include reviewing use of force incidents, determining whether criminal charges are warranted in a case and determining whether the death penalty is an appropriate punishment to be sought. The former prosecutor believes the criminal justice system is broken with a heavy emphasis on incarceration, which he hopes to change by focusing more on diversion programs and common sense sentencing practices. R.J. Larizza (R)Incumbent R.J. Larizza is hoping to get elected for a fourth term as the state attorney for the 7th Judicial Circuit, a role he’s filled since being sworn in in January 2009. Larizza has worked in the criminal justice system since 1980 and has experience as a probation officer, a private attorney, a prosecutor and a state attorney.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Seminole County property appraiser
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Seminole County property appraiserSEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – This Seminole County office has been running since 1913, and the current property appraiser, David Johnson, was first elected in 2004. [2020 VOTER GUIDE: Everything you need to know ahead of the presidential election]According to the Seminole County Property Appraiser website, their duties include identifying, locating and fairly valuing all property within the county for tax purposes. Under his leadership, Seminole County was the second jurisdiction internationally to earn the Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration by the International Association of Assessing Officers. Jeff Triplett (NPA)Triplett has been the mayor of Sanford since 2011, and now he’s stepping down to run for county property appraiser. In a June Facebook post, Triplett said his decision to run for property appraiser has been years in the making.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Osceola County property appraiser
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Osceola County property appraiser[LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns starting at 7 p.m. on Nov. 3]One election happening in Osceola County is for the county’s property appraiser. Her duty is to determine the value of all property within the county, including improved and vacant real property, tangible personal property, and agricultural property. Property-appraiser.orgLet’s meet the candidates:Katrina S. Scarborough (D)Katrina Scarborough, the incumbent, is a lifelong Osceola County resident. Scarborough was first elected property appraiser in 2008. She also served as the chief of staff for two years prior to being elected as the Osceola County Property Appraiser.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running to be Osceola County’s supervisor of elections
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running to be Osceola County’s supervisor of elections[LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns starting at 7 p.m. on Nov. 3]One election happening in Osceola County is for the county’s supervisor of elections. The supervisor of elections is the official designated by Florida law and the county charter to administer elections and voter registration for Osceola County. She began her role in government in 1994 when she was the first women to be elected to serve on the Osceola County Commission. As an elections professional it is my responsibility to make sure that all election services are provided to voters in a fair, impartial and nonpartisan manner. Click here or visit ClickOrlando.com/results2020 to learn more about what you can expect to see on your ballot.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running to be Seminole County’s supervisor of elections
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running to be Seminole County’s supervisor of electionsSEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Seminole County voters will be asked to choose between two candidates on the November ballot for the role of supervisor of elections. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns starting at 7 p.m. on Nov. 3]Currently, Republican Chris Anderson holds the position after replacing former Seminole County Supervisor of Elections Mike Ertel. Anderson is hoping to continue to serve the voters of Seminole County but will have to beat Democrat Deborah Poulalion in the general election to keep his title. According to the Seminole County Supervisor of Elections Office website, Seminole County currently has 335,183 registered voters. Ron DeSantis as Seminole County’s supervisor of elections in January of last year.
Here’s what you need to know about Marion County’s 1% sales tax referendum
Read full article: Here’s what you need to know about Marion County’s 1% sales tax referendumMARION COUNTY, Fla. – Marion County voters will decide on the November ballot if they want a four-year extension of a 1% public safety and transportation infrastructure sales tax referendum. [2020 VOTER GUIDE: Everything you need to know ahead of the general election]County officials said $167 million was generated to fund various projects from 2017-2020 from the sales tax. If approved, county officials said $196 million will be generated in revenue. The county said the community is growing and roads will need to grow to accommodate additional traffic. Marion County officials also expect to build new facilities for safety departments and to add more safety vehicles.
Here’s what you need to know about Brevard County’s School Board referendum
Read full article: Here’s what you need to know about Brevard County’s School Board referendumBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Voters in Brevard County will have to decide whether to extend a half-cent surtax for a school board referendum on their November ballot. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns starting at 7 p.m. on Nov. 3]The half-cent surtax was approved by voters in 2014. The reason for the initial referendum was to upgrade aging schools, school security and technology, according to the district. [2020 VOTER GUIDE: Everything you need to know ahead of the general election]The surtax is shared with charter schools based on proportionate share or district enrollment, according to the county’s board of elections. The district has 9,300 employees and 73,000 students across 83 schools and 12 charter schools.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Orange County property appraiser
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Orange County property appraiserOrange County Property Appraiser View All CandidatesORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Amy Mercado is the only name on the November ballot for the Orange County property appraiser race, though she does face one write-in candidate. [2020 VOTER GUIDE: Everything you need to know ahead of the general election]The county property appraiser is responsible for identifying, locating and fairly valuing all property within the county for tax purposes. The property appraiser also tracks ownership changes, maintains maps of parcel boundaries, keeps descriptions of buildings and property characteristics up to date, accepts and approves applications from individuals eligible for exemptions and other forms of property tax relief and analyzes trends in sales prices, construction costs and rents to best estimate the value of all assessable property. She said if voted in, Mercado wants to improve the relationships and communication with property owners, the real estate community and the property appraiser’s office. Tim Loucks (WRI)Loucks is running as a write-in candidate in the race to become Orange County’s next property appraiser.
Seminole elections supervisor explains what to expect when polls close Tuesday
Read full article: Seminole elections supervisor explains what to expect when polls close TuesdayEven though millions of Floridians have already cast their ballots in this year’s election, millions more will do the same on Tuesday. Seminole County Supervisor of Elections Chris Anderson joined anchor Justin Warmoth on “The Weekly on ClickOrlando.com” to discuss what to expect when the polls close Tuesday night. “We start canvassing vote-by-mail ballots early, so that means by 7 p.m. on election night we’re going to be reporting vote-by-mail and early voting numbers,” Anderson said. “Then you’ll start to see the precincts reporting and election day results will be added to early voting and vote-by-mail totals.”Watch the full interview Sunday at 7:30 a.m. on News 6. [For more information on Central Florida elections, head to Clickorlando.com/results2020]
Early voting comes to an end in several Central Florida counties
Read full article: Early voting comes to an end in several Central Florida countiesLAKE COUNTY, Fla. – Early voting wraps up Saturday in several Central Florida counties Saturday, including in Lake County. [TRENDING: COVID-19 closes early voting location | Can you get COVID-19 twice? “we’ve had almost 85,000 in-person voting early voting and then we’ve had over 63,000 mail ballots that we’ve received already,” Hays said. Early voting is also ending on Saturday in Brevard, Marion, Flagler, and Sumter counties. Voters in the remaining Central Florida counties have until Sunday to cast their ballots early.
Young voters in Osceola County surpass other groups in voter turnout
Read full article: Young voters in Osceola County surpass other groups in voter turnoutOne age group that seems to be standing out among other voters are those 18-25. [TRENDING: COVID-19 closes early voting location | Can you get COVID-19 twice? At 18, Rodríguez is part of an age group that’s surpassed voters at the polls between the ages of 26-45. That’s compared to voters 26-35 at 6 percent and 36-40-year-old voters at 7 percent voter turnout. The last day for early voting is Sunday, Nov. 1.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Flagler County sheriff
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Flagler County sheriffFLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – Voters in Flagler County will get the chance to either reelect their current sheriff or hire a new top cop in the November election. He’s hoping to continue leading more than 300 Flagler County Sheriff’s Office employees serving a community of more than 95,000. He then served 23 years in the Orange County Sheriff’s Office before being promoted to undersheriff. Larry Jones (D)Jones says he has been leading law enforcement and corrections professionals across Flagler County for more than 30 years. Although he is running as a Democrat, on his Facebook page, he reminds people living in Flagler County that’s he’s a candidate for all.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Seminole County sheriff
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Seminole County sheriffSEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – It’ll be up to the people of Seminole County to decide who will be their top cop going forward as they vote for the next sheriff. The Republican candidate, Dennis Lemma, has served as Seminole County sheriff since 2017 while Democrat Paul “Spike” Hopkins unsuccessfully ran for the role in Orange County in 2016. Here’s how to track your ballot]Whoever wins will decide how crime is enforced in Seminole County for the next four years and manage the sheriff’s office’s multi-million dollar budget. Here’s what you need to know:Dennis Lemma (R)Dennis Lemma is a decadeslong Seminole County resident who has served as sheriff since he was sworn in on Jan. 3, 2017. Paul “Spike” Hopkins (D)Paul “Spike” Hopkins is emerging from his retirement after 30 years in law enforcement in hopes of serving as the county’s next sheriff.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Osceola County sheriff
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Osceola County sheriffOSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – Osceola County voters will get the chance to pick the next sheriff in the general election. He was first elected Osceola County sheriff in November 2016 and took office in 2017. A Democrat and an independent are now running to lead the more than 800 men and women in the Osceola County Sheriff’s Department and serve the community with a population of more than 300,000. In 2005, he joined the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office as a deputy sheriff. Now retired and living on a small farmstead in west Osceola County, Fernández has seven children through a blended family with his wife, Carmen.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Orange County sheriff
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Orange County sheriffORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County residents will either reelect their current sheriff or choose to give someone else a chance to be the county’s next top cop this November. Made up of more than 2,500 employees, including 1,600 sworn officers, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office is the largest law enforcement agency in Central Florida. You can read read more about Mina’s career as Orange County sheriff and the issues that matter most to him here. Tim Lucas Adams (WRI)Tim Lucas Adams, a write-in candidate on the November ballot, is running to become the next sheriff of Orange County. Winston Johnson (WRI)Winston Johnson, a write-in candidate on the November ballot, is running to become the next sheriff of Orange County.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Brevard County sheriff
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Brevard County sheriffBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Brevard County voters will decide in the general election whether their current sheriff will serve another term or if they’d like to give someone else a chance to be their top cop. [LIVE RACE RESULTS: Scroll to bottom of story to see all race returns starting at 7 p.m. on Nov. 3]The race marks the first time in eight years that Brevard County residents will cast their vote for sheriff. Sheriff Wayne Ivey, who was first elected in 2012, is facing Democratic challenger Alton Edmond this year after Ivey ran unopposed in 2016. Here’s how to track your ballot]Before the November election, get to know more about the two candidates vying for the position. Here’s what you need to know:Wayne Ivey (R)Republican incumbent Wayne Ivey has more than 40 years of law enforcement experience in Florida, according to his campaign site.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Orange-Osceola state attorney
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for Orange-Osceola state attorneyORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – After a heavily contested primary, voters now have the choice of two candidates to replace Aramis Ayala as the state attorney for Orange and Osceola counties. Before the November election, get to know more about the two candidates vying for the position of top prosecutor. Here’s what you need to know:Jose Torroella (NPA)Jose Torreolla says he wants to bring truth and fairness to the office if he’s elected. He’s been endorsed by former Orange County sheriffs Kevin Beary and Lawson Lamar. Click here or visit ClickOrlando.com/results2020 to learn more about what you can expect to see on your ballot.
Is there a racial divide when it comes to length of the voting lines?
Read full article: Is there a racial divide when it comes to length of the voting lines?Is there a racial divide when it comes to voting wait times at precincts? In 2016, white voters waited an average of 10 minutes, according to a survey of voters conducted by the Bipartisan Policy Center and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In comparison, Black voters waited an average of 16 minutes and Latino voters were in line an average of 13 minutes, according to the survey. During the 2018 election, Black voters waited an average of 11.5 minutes, Latino voters an average of 11.7 minutes and white voters an average of 8.8 minutes, according to the Bipartisan Policy Center. In precincts with 90% or more non-white voters, the average wait time was 32.4 minutes and the median was 13.3 minutes.
Photos show Trump, Biden throughout the years, and their lives look quite different
Read full article: Photos show Trump, Biden throughout the years, and their lives look quite differentWhether you are a supporter of President Donald Trump, Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden or someone else, there’s no doubt the two main candidates have led quite different lives. We see pictures nearly every day of the nominees on the road, aiming to gain more votes through rallies and small gatherings. However, we thought it might be interesting to take a peek into what their lives looked like in earlier years. All photos below are copyright Getty Images.
Florida researcher questions using signature matching on ballots
Read full article: Florida researcher questions using signature matching on ballotsHe’s also accused of accessing the voter records of Sen. Rick Scott and sports figures Michael Jordan and LeBron James. I don’t know any place that’s using punch cards anymore,” he said. With record-setting numbers of voters casting their ballots by mail, this year, Gilbert said he’s concerned about a growing issue: signatures on those ballots not matching. For example, in Lake County on Wednesday, a record-setting 56,000 voters had already cast their ballots by mail. He said the software is free for election workers to use, but he’s not sure if any are using it yet.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for US House District 15
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for US House District 15The Lakeland commissioner has operated a small business in the city for 20 years. He said he never voted for a tax increase while serving as a Lakeland commissioner. The Lakeland commissioner said he will fight for the Second Amendment. Alan Cohn (D)Cohn is a Peabody Award-winning television investigative journalist and is making another run for the District 15 seat. As part of his platform, Cohn describes health care as a human right hoping to bring more affordable care to Americans and hopes to create effective policies to curb the climate crisis.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for US House District 11
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for US House District 11Florida’s 11th Congressional District was reassigned in 2012 to include the area north of Tampa as well Sumter, Citrus, Hernando and Marion counties and a portion of Lake County. Here’s how to track your ballot]Use the interactive map below to see if your neighborhood is included in District 11. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates:Daniel Webster (R)Congressman Webster was born in Charleston, West Virginia, on April 27, 1949. Before he was elected to Florida’s 11th Congressional District, he served as the Speaker of the Florida House in the 1996, becoming the first Republican Speaker in 122 years. He previously represented Florida’s 8th Congressional District from 2011 to 2012, and Florida’s 10th Congressional District from 2013 to 2016.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for US House District 10
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for US House District 10ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Three candidates are currently in the running to represent Florida’s 10th Congressional District, which includes west Orange County. Here’s how to track your ballot]Prior to incumbent Rep. Val Demings winning the 2016 election, the House seat had been held by Republicans. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates:Vennia Francois (R)Francois is an attorney who is a Central Florida native and first-generation American. She and her husband, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, have three sons and five grandchildren. She especially wants voters to know she’s not a politician.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for US House District 9
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for US House District 9Three candidates are hoping to secure a win in Florida’s 9th Congressional District, which includes all of Osceola and parts of Orange and Polk counties. Nearly 689,000 people live in District 9, according to the last U.S. Census. In the previous three elections, the District has elected Democratic candidates. Darren Soto (D)Congressman Soto was first elected in 2016 to represent Florida’s 9th Congressional District. Clay Hill (WRI)Hill is a write-in candidate in the U.S. House District 9 race.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for US House District 7
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who’s running for US House District 7Incumbent Stephanie Murphy currently holds the seat for U.S. House District 7 but is facing two challengers seeking to replace her in the November election. Stephanie Murphy (D)Congresswoman Murphy first assumed office in 2017. Before becoming a congresswoman, she served in the Office of the U.S. Secretary of Defense and was a businesswoman and instructor. On his campaign website, he explains where he stands on key issues like border security and immigration, education and health care. Click here or visit ClickOrlando.com/results2020 to learn more about what you can expect to see on your ballot.
Meet the candidates: Here’s who is running for US House District 3
Read full article: Meet the candidates: Here’s who is running for US House District 3MARION COUNTY, Fla. – Two candidates are running for the seat that Republican U.S. Rep. Ted Yoho is vacating after three terms representing District 3 in North Central Florida. Cammack was the deputy chief of staff and campaign manager for Yoho from 2012-2020. He has signed the No Fossil Fuel Money Pledge, promising not to take any money from any organization associated with fossil fuels, and Green New Deal Pledge, promising to support a Green New Deal if elected to Congress. You can learn more about Christensen at forthemanynotjustme.comElection Day is Nov. 3. Click here or visit ClickOrlando.com/results2020 to learn more about what you can expect to see on your ballot.
What to know about Florida’s Amendment 6: Transfer of veteran benefits to surviving spouses
Read full article: What to know about Florida’s Amendment 6: Transfer of veteran benefits to surviving spousesThere are two amendments on the Florida 2020 general election ballot that address Homestead property tax benefits, Amendment 6 is one of those but is specifically for spouses of deceased veterans. The discount may be transferred to a new homestead property of the surviving spouse under certain conditions. The amendment takes effect Jan. 1, 2021.”Read the full text of the amendment here. A “yes” vote supports allowing a Homestead property tax discount to be transferred to the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran. A “no” vote opposes allowing a Homestead property tax discount to be transferred to the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran.
What to know about Florida’s Amendment 1: Citizenship requirement to vote in state elections
Read full article: What to know about Florida’s Amendment 1: Citizenship requirement to vote in state electionsShe says the language can be tricky but the change Amendment 1 would make is actually pretty simple. So would this amendment change who is allowed to vote in Florida? A “yes” vote supports amending the Florida Constitution to state that “only a citizen” of the U.S. who is 18 years old or older can vote in Florida. A “no” vote opposes amending the Florida Constitution, thus keeping the existing language that says “every citizen” of the U.S. who is 18 years old or older can vote in Florida. A 60 percent supermajority vote is required for the approval of Amendment 1, which is sponsored by the political committee Florida Citizen Voters.
These are the ballot machines and systems available in Florida
Read full article: These are the ballot machines and systems available in FloridaIn Florida, the state uses two methods to vote: An optical scan system or a Direct Record Electronic system, also known as a DRE, according to vote411.org. Here is how the website explains each system:Optical scan: With optical scan, you will receive a ballot, which you’ll take to a private table or booth. The paper ballot will have the names of the candidates and the various measures and initiatives printed on it. When you’re finished, you’ll approach the ballot box, where poll workers will show you how to put your ballot inside. “Some of these devices will show all of the candidates and ballot choices on one big screen.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Florida primary ballot measure
Read full article: Supreme Court rejects challenge to Florida primary ballot measureTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Supreme Court on Wednesday unanimously rejected an eleventh-hour attempt to kill a proposed constitutional amendment that would revamp the state’s primary-election system. But the Supreme Court flatly rejected the arguments. “The proposed amendment would enshrine structural discrimination in our state’s supreme legal document, directly contradicting other sections of the Constitution,” the petition said. “Therefore, the proposed amendment does not meet the threshold to be on the ballot.”Wednesday’s ruling was the second time the Supreme Court has rejected attempts to block the proposed amendment. In doing so, the court rejected arguments of the state political parties.
Forgot to mail back your ballot? Here’s how to make sure your vote is still counted
Read full article: Forgot to mail back your ballot? Here’s how to make sure your vote is still countedIn Florida, more than 5.9 million mail-in ballots were requested for the general election, according to the U.S. [TRACK YOUR BALLOT: Voting by mail? While early voting is underway, voters have the option to drop off their mail-in ballots at designated early voting sites. If they see that your mail-in ballot has already been returned and received, you will not be allowed to vote in person. Florida voters who requested a mail-in ballot and mailed it back can track the status of their ballot here.
How to avoid getting election spam from multiple states after you move
Read full article: How to avoid getting election spam from multiple states after you moveWhen someone moves to a new address within the same state it is an easy process to update your voter registration. Click here for links to all United States election sites to do that. All states but New Hampshire, Wyoming, and North Dakota accept this National Mail Voter Registration Form from the U.S. Election Assistance Commission. Fill it out and send it in or visit your new state’s election office website to register. To avoid getting mailers and more from candidates that won’t be on your ballot you’ll need to notify your previous state that you’ve moved.
6 days until the election: Will we know who won on election night?
Read full article: 6 days until the election: Will we know who won on election night?That is going to produce results coming in at very different times -- perhaps days or even weeks after Election Day. Processing early ballotsIn some places, election officials can begin processing ballots weeks before Election Day. So on Nov. 3, Election Day, officials will have to run an in-person election while also working through the unprecedented number of mail-in votes. Republicans, including Trump's campaign, have been filing lawsuits to stop election officials from counting ballots that are delivered after Election Day. Also, Pennsylvania doesn’t allow early processing of mail-in ballots, further complicating matters.
5 times in which a U.S. president was elected, but lost the popular vote
Read full article: 5 times in which a U.S. president was elected, but lost the popular voteIf President Donald Trump is elected for a second term next week, there’s a chance it will be the sixth time in history a president was elected without winning the popular vote. Since the Electoral College was established as the means of electing a president, it hasn’t been often when a president won the election without winning the popular vote. Despite the fact that Jackson had more electoral votes and won the popular vote, the House voted Adams as President. Cleveland ended up winning the popular vote by more than 90,000 votes, but Harrison won the electoral vote, 233-168. That gave Bush a 271-266 win in the electoral vote, even though Gore won the popular vote by roughly 500,000 more votes.
November Madness: Fill out your 2020 election ‘bracket’
Read full article: November Madness: Fill out your 2020 election ‘bracket’Use the survey below to predict the outcome of the U.S. Presidential election, plus the race for Senate and House. As results come in, we’ll report back on the wisdom of the crowd and share your insights on the election. After we learn the outcome, we’ll search back through the predictions and shout out the prognosticators who got things right. You can also see some early results on how people feel the election will turnout. One small reminder: We’re looking for predictions, not how you want the election to go.
TRACK DELAYS: Here’s how to find out if mail is being delivered on time where you live
Read full article: TRACK DELAYS: Here’s how to find out if mail is being delivered on time where you livePostal Service records show delivery delays have persisted across the country as millions of Americans began voting by mail, raising the possibility of ballots being rejected because they arrive too late. [BALLOT TRACKER: Voting by mail? Here’s how to track your ballot | VOTER GUIDE: Everything you need to know ahead of the presidential election]This interactive embed shows how much better or worse postal districts did at delivering First-Class Mail on time using the most recent data from the week of October 3. Try viewing this in a modern browser like Chrome, Safari, Firefox or Internet Explorer 9 or later. Click here or visit ClickOrlando.com/results2020 to learn more about what you can expect to see on your ballot.
LIVE: See the most up-to-date tweets from Trump and Biden right here
Read full article: LIVE: See the most up-to-date tweets from Trump and Biden right hereWe don’t need to tell you that 2020 has been an epic election year. If you’ve kept an eye on social media to stay up to date on all the election happenings, you’ve likely been watching the feeds of President Donald Trump and Democratic Presidential nominee Joe Biden. They both address issues, as well as, at times, take jabs at one another. Regardless, it’s one of the best ways to stay up to date on what’s happening with both nominees. If you want to keep an eye on the latest tweets from both Trump and Biden, we’ve got them for you right here.
1 week into early voting, Orange County sees fewer voters at Amway Center location
Read full article: 1 week into early voting, Orange County sees fewer voters at Amway Center locationORLANDO, Fla. – Early voting at a new early voting location in Orange County has seen a bit of decline in recent days, but election officials say it could be voter choice or because it’s a new polling location and more people are voting by mail. The Amway Center saw an increase the first day of early voting, then the numbers dropped shortly after. Here’s how to track your ballot]News 6 asked Orange County Supervisor of Elections Bill Cowles about the Amway early voting stats. He said early voting numbers are actually up countywide compared to early voting so far in 2016. Cowles also said the Amway Center is a new early voting location and that it’s common to see larger early voting numbers toward the end of early voting.
Florida reports 2,835 new cases of coronavirus as pandemic looms large over Election Day
Read full article: Florida reports 2,835 new cases of coronavirus as pandemic looms large over Election DayORLANDO, Fla. – As both presidential candidates make last-ditch efforts to win Florida with events and rallies zigzagging across the state coronavirus looms large across the country amid a national increase in cases. Of those, more than 2,300 were reported on Sunday by the Florida Department of Health. With COVID-19 cases surging in the United States, White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows acknowledged that the Trump administration can’t stop the spread and is focusing instead on getting a vaccine. CasesThe Florida Department of Health reported 2,385 new cases on Sunday, bringing the state’s overall total to 778,636 cases since March. As of Sunday’s coronavirus report, 16,632 deaths across the state have been related to the coronavirus, a number that includes 203 non-resident deaths in Florida.